匳 (lián) - Mirror & dressing case

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俊梁

匳 · lián

Mirror;

dressing case;

cosmetic box;

dowry;

bridal trousseau.

Mirrordressing casecosmetic box

Usage highlights

Dressing caseBronze mirrorBridal trousseauCosmetic boxJewelry caseDowry items

Synonyms

  • 匣— box, case
  • 盒— box, container
  • 箱— chest, box

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • She looked in the bronze mirror (铜匳).
  • The bride's dowry was lavish (嫁匳).
  • He opened the cosmetic case (妆匳).
  • Ancient dressing cases were ornate (镜匳).

Collocations

  • Dressing case(妆匳)
  • Bronze mirror(铜匳)
  • Bridal trousseau(嫁匳)
  • Cosmetic box(镜匳)
  • Jewelry case(宝匳)
  • Dowry items(匳物)

Idioms

  • A mirror and a dressing case(镜匳)
  • Bridal trousseau and dowry(嫁匳)
  • Jewelry box and cosmetic case(宝匳妆匳)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally referred to a small box or case for storing mirrors, cosmetics, and jewelry.
  • By extension, came to mean the entire dowry or bridal trousseau in traditional marriage customs.
  • Often made of lacquer, bronze, or wood with intricate designs, reflecting craftsmanship and social status.

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