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The phono-semantic compound 铚 features the metal radical 钅 on the left, indicating a tool forged from metal, with 至 on the right providing the phonetic element. Its traditional form, 銍, uses the radical 金 but follows the same structural logic. The character primarily denotes a short sickle for harvesting grain and can also refer to the harvested ears themselves. The metal radical roots its meaning firmly within the agricultural domain, specifically relating to harvesting implements.