Definitions
to snore; thirsty from excessively salty or sweet food; (dialect) very; extremely
Etymology
About
The character 齁 is a phono-semantic compound originally describing a breathing sound, later adopted into colloquial speech. Its semantic radical 鼻 (nose) encompasses the upper and left, linking it to nasal functions. The component 句 on the lower right serves as the phonetic element. Etymologically, 齁 first meant to snore or breathe noisily through the nose. In certain regional dialects, it later developed an adverbial use, meaning very or extremely, often describing overpowering tastes or smells. This shift from a literal physiological action to an abstract intensifier demonstrates how spoken usage can evolve beyond anatomical origins.