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The character "窝" is derived from its traditional form "窩", which integrates the radical "穴" denoting a cave or hollow space with the phonetic component "咼" that was later simplified to "呙" for sound indication. Its original meaning centered on the nest or den of an animal, specifically a sheltered cavity in nature. The semantic scope gradually extended to include human dwellings, often conveying a sense of a small or informal home, and further evolved to describe figurative places such as a hideout or a central location for group activities. The character's structure consistently reflects the concept of an enclosed space through the enduring presence of the "穴" radical.
Example Sentences Hide
小鸟在窝里睡觉。
我躺在被窝里。
狗窝很温暖。
他窝在沙发里。
他窝藏了罪犯。
这个鸟窝筑在树上。
冬天里，被窝是最舒服的地方。
他心里窝着一团火。