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The character "拭", meaning to wipe, is a phono-semantic compound incorporating the hand radical (扌) to indicate manual action and the component "式" primarily for its phonetic value. Its etymology shows consistent use in classical texts to denote the physical act of rubbing or cleaning surfaces. While the core meaning has remained stable over time, the character has seen limited metaphorical application, as in the expression "拭目以待" where it suggests clearing the eyes to watch, yet this figurative usage has not shifted its essential definition as a verb for cleansing through contact. The structural integrity of the character has been maintained, reflecting its specific function within the lexicon.
Example Sentences Hide
妈妈擦拭厨房的台面。
他用布拭去桌子上的水。
弟弟仔细擦拭了自己的玩具。
工人正在擦拭工厂的机器。
请记得擦拭教室的窗户。
她轻轻拭去孩子脸上的污渍。
在保养汽车时，务必擦拭内部仪表盘。
为了防止细菌传播，每日擦拭手机屏幕是很好的习惯。