Definitions
(bound form) saddle blanket
Etymology
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The character 韂 is a phono-semantic compound, a specialized term for a piece of traditional equestrian gear. The semantic radical on the left, 革 (gé), denotes animal hide or leather, placing the character in the family of words related to saddlery, harnesses, and leatherwork. The phonetic component on the right, 詹 (zhān), indicates the pronunciation. The word itself names the leather saddle flaps that hang down on each side of a horse, serving to protect the rider's legs and clothing from mud, friction, and the animal's sweat during a ride.
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