Definitions
to restrain anger
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The character 眕 (zhěn) is a phono-semantic compound, combining the semantic radical 目 (eye) with the phonetic component 㐱 (zhěn). While its original meaning referred to the physical act of staring intently, its usage in classical texts evolved to convey psychological and moral qualities. It came to signify being heavy, steadfast, or exercising self-restraint. This evolution reflects a conceptual shift from the focused weight of a steady gaze to the abstract weight of a calm, serious, and restrained demeanor.
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