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