Definitions

luò neck-ornament

Etymology phono-semantic

jade

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珞 is a phono-semantic compound, with the jade radical 王 on the left indicating its meaning related to precious stones, and 各 on the right providing the pronunciation. Its primary meaning is a type of ornamental necklace or beaded collar made from materials like jade or pearls. In modern Chinese, 珞 seldom appears alone, instead forming part of compound words for traditional jewelry or being used in transliterations of foreign names.

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