Definitions

ǎn to cover, to conceal; to apply medicine or make-up

Etymology phono-semantic

hand

Semantic: Phonetic:

About

The character 揞 is a phono-semantic compound. Its left-side semantic radical 扌 (hand) signifies an action performed by hand, while the right-side phonetic component 音 provides the pronunciation. The character primarily means to cover or conceal something with the hand or fingers. This action can also describe applying pressure, such as to a wound, or rubbing medicine into the skin.