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The character "窝", with its traditional form "窩", is etymologically constructed from the radical "穴" indicating a cave or hollow, combined with the component "咼" which primarily functions as a phonetic element while subtly reinforcing the notion of a curved or enclosed space. Initially encompassing the general idea of cavities or depressions, its meaning gradually specialized to denote the nests of birds or the dens of animals, later extending metaphorically to human residences, hideaways, or any location where items are collected or stored. Structurally, the simplified form "窝" maintains the "穴" radical but streamlines the phonetic part to "呙", preserving both the pronunciation and the fundamental concept of a sheltered enclosure. Over centuries, the semantic range of the character broadened to include verbal senses such as to harbor or to curl up, reflecting a shift from purely physical references to abstract associations with security and accumulation.
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。