Definitions

shī rough, indelicate silk

Etymology

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The character "絁" is a phono-semantic compound consisting of the silk radical "糸" to denote its material category and the component "也" which historically served a phonetic function. Etymologically, it specifically refers to a type of coarse, unrefined silk fabric. Its structural composition has remained consistent, with no major alterations to its traditional form. Over time, the meaning of "絁" has stayed focused on this textile, though its general usage in the language has declined.