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The character "箭", meaning arrow, is structurally composed of the bamboo radical "竹" positioned above the component "前", which primarily provides phonetic guidance but also implicitly suggests the forward motion inherent to an arrow's flight, reflecting the historical reality that arrows were commonly made from bamboo. Its fundamental meaning as a projectile fired from a bow has remained constant throughout its usage, although the character has been extended into compound words to describe objects or actions possessing similar qualities of speed and directness, such as "火箭" for rocket or "箭步" denoting a swift, lunging step. The consistent form of the character, without major graphical alteration, preserves this original conceptual blend of material and function.
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他射出了一支箭。
这支箭非常锋利。
箭靶上插满了箭。
弓箭是古代的重要武器。
他瞄准目标，然后放箭。
箭矢如雨点般射向敌军。
制作一支箭需要选择合适的材料。
在比赛中，他的箭准确无误地命中靶心。