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The character "庑", traditionally written as "廡", is structurally composed of the "广" radical indicating buildings and incorporates "無" as a phonetic component in its traditional form, with the simplified version substituting "无" for this phonetic element. Etymologically, the character denotes an architectural feature such as a covered walkway, porch, or side room, and its meaning has remained centered on this specific type of auxiliary building structure throughout historical texts and modern usage.
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