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缟 is a phono-semantic compound: the silk radical 纟 (sī) on the left signals its textile category, while 高 (gāo) on the right gives its pronunciation. The traditional form 縞 uses the full radical 糸. It refers to a plain, undyed white silk fabric historically used for mourning attire, which lends the character associations with grief and funeral rites. In classical texts, it often pairs with other textile terms to stress stark whiteness or simplicity in contrast to colorful, embroidered clothing.
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