剆 (luǒ) - To strike & to knock against

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luǒ ｜ 8 strokes ｜ radical: 刂

伦妙

剆 · luǒ

To strike;

to knock against;

to collide (archaic/rare character).

To striketo knock againstto collide (archaic/rare character).

Usage highlights

Collide withStrike againstClash of weaponsImpact soundMutual collision

Synonyms

  • 撞— to collide, to bump
  • 击— to strike, to hit
  • 碰— to touch, to bump

Antonyms

  • 避— to avoid, to evade
  • 离— to leave, to separate

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The two ships collided (两船相剆).
  • The sound of striking metal (金属剆击声).
  • Ancient texts mention weapons clashing (古籍载兵器相剆).

Collocations

  • Collide with(相剆)
  • Strike against(剆击)
  • Clash of weapons(兵器相剆)
  • Impact sound(剆声)
  • Mutual collision(互剆)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical Chinese texts describing physical impact or conflict.
  • Considered a rare character in modern usage, primarily of historical interest.

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