Definitions
old variant of 耇[gǒu]
Etymology
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The character 耈 is etymologically analyzed as a phono-semantic compound with the component 老 conveying the concept of oldness and 句 primarily indicating its historical pronunciation. Its traditional form integrates these elements to represent old age, and a simplified variant alters the graphical presentation slightly. Classical usage of 耈 in texts shows it denoting advanced age or longevity, with its semantic scope focusing on elderliness rather than expanding to other meanings.