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煸 is a phono-semantic compound: the semantic radical 火 (fire) on the left indicates a cooking method, while 扁 on the right provides the phonetic component. This culinary verb describes the technique of stir-frying ingredients over high heat until their moisture evaporates, often as a preliminary step before adding sauces or broth. Its meaning remains strictly confined to this specific kitchen practice, with no developed metaphorical or secondary uses.