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The character 飒, originating from its traditional form 颯, is structurally composed of the components 立 and 風, with 風 serving as the semantic element denoting wind. Initially, the character was used to represent the sound of wind, but its meaning gradually expanded to describe swift and brisk actions analogous to wind's movement. Over time, it further evolved to convey notions of vigor and a spirited demeanor, evident in classical compounds such as 飒爽.
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