Definitions
variant of 躗[wèi]
Etymology
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The character 躛 is a phono-semantic compound with the semantic radical 足 (foot) and the phonetic component 衞 (to guard). Its core meaning describes speech or actions that overstep bounds, being exaggerated, deceptive, or entirely fabricated, particularly without factual basis. In classical texts, it denotes false claims, falsehoods, or unverified rumors. The foot radical metaphorically indicates the semantic domain of transgression, while the phonetic component provides its pronunciation within historical literary usage.