(xiù) - An archaic or variant form of 岫, meaning

Tone 4

xiù | 8 strokes | radical: 山

· xiù

An archaic or variant form of 岫, meaning mountain peak, cave, or cavern.

An archaic or variant form of 岫, meaning

Usage highlights

Mountain peakDeep cavernCloudy peakStone caveRemote cave

Synonyms

  • mountain peak; cave
  • peak; summit
  • 山洞mountain cave

Antonyms

  • valley
  • deep pool; abyss

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The mountain peak (山峀) was shrouded in mist.
  • He explored the deep cavern (幽峀).
  • Ancient texts sometimes used 峀 instead of 岫.

Collocations

  • Mountain peak(山峀)
  • Deep cavern(幽峀)
  • Cloudy peak(云峀)
  • Stone cave(石峀)
  • Remote cave(远峀)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 峀 is an ancient variant of the character 岫, which appears in classical Chinese poetry to describe mountain landscapes.
  • It reflects the traditional Chinese appreciation for natural scenery, particularly mountains and caves, which were often seen as places of spiritual retreat.

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