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The character "骼" is structured as a phono-semantic compound, integrating the meaning-bearing radical "骨" for bone with the phonetic element "各" to guide pronunciation, a design that has persisted without major graphical change. Its etymological roots trace back to early Chinese texts where it specifically denoted dry bones or animal carcasses, gradually extending its reference to include all types of skeletal frameworks. This semantic expansion allowed it to become a foundational component in modern terminology like "骨骼" for skeleton, reflecting a shift from concrete descriptions of remains to abstract anatomical concepts, while its core association with structural support remains evident in both literal and figurative usage.
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骨骼是身体的支架。
他的骨骼非常强壮。
医生建议保护骨骼健康。
钙质对骨骼健康很重要。
博物馆里陈列着恐龙骨骼。
随着年龄增长，骨骼密度会下降。
骨质疏松是一种常见的骨骼疾病。
科学家通过骨骼化石研究古代气候。