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The character 瑕, structured with the jade radical 玉 alongside the phonetic component 叚, historically denoted a flaw or crack within jade, linking its meaning directly to the realm of precious stones. Its semantic scope gradually expanded from these tangible imperfections to include figurative defects in moral character or situational deficiencies, a transition that preserved its original connotation while allowing for broader application. This evolution in meaning demonstrates how the character's initial concrete reference facilitated its adaptation to abstract concepts without necessitating changes to its written form.
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这件衣服没有瑕疵。
玉器上发现了一个瑕疵。
他的计划完美无瑕。
这份报告有一些小瑕疵。
尽管有瑕疵，但我们还是接受了它。
她的品德洁白无瑕。
如果产品有瑕疵，消费者可以要求退货。
在艺术创作中，微小的瑕疵有时反而增添了作品的独特性。