Definitions
surname Cheng; Zhou Dynasty (1046–256 BCE) vassal state
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The character "郕" originated as the name of a vassal state during the Zhou Dynasty, with its structure comprising the phonetic component "成" and the radical "阝", which is a variant of "邑" denoting a settlement or administrative area. This composition reflects its initial function as a toponym for that territory. Over time, the character's application expanded from solely referring to the geographic entity to also functioning as a surname adopted by individuals connected to the region.
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