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The character 沸 is a phono-semantic compound. Its semantic radical 氵 (water) on the left indicates a meaning related to liquids, while the component 弗 on the right provides the phonetic element. Its primary meaning describes the physical process of liquids boiling, bubbling vigorously and turning to vapor under intense heat. This concept naturally extended metaphorically to describe scenes of intense agitation, clamor, or chaotic energy. Consequently, 沸 is often used to depict noisy crowds, roaring sounds, and public uproar, transferring the turbulent properties of boiling water to dynamic human activities.
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这杯沸水很烫。
锅里的水沸腾了。
沸腾的汤容易烫伤人。
他烧了一壶沸水来泡茶。
我看到沸水冒出了蒸汽。
在高原，水不到一百度就沸腾。
化学实验需将溶液加热至沸腾。
民众的情绪因这新闻而沸腾。