幁 (xū) - Ancient headdress or ceremonial headpiece worn in historical

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Ancient headdress or ceremonial headpiece worn in historical China, particularly during formal occasions or rituals.

Ancient headdress or ceremonial headpiece worn in historical

Usage highlights

ceremonial headdressancient headpieceritual headgearformal headdresscourt headpiecetraditional headgear

Synonyms

  • 冠— crown, headdress
  • 冕— ceremonial crown
  • 帽— hat, cap

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ceremonial headdress (幁) was worn during important rituals.
  • Archaeologists discovered an ancient headpiece (幁) in the tomb.
  • Historical records mention the use of ceremonial headgear (幁) in court ceremonies.

Collocations

  • ceremonial headdress(幁冠)
  • ancient headpiece(古幁)
  • ritual headgear(礼幁)
  • formal headdress(正幁)
  • court headpiece(朝幁)
  • traditional headgear(传统幁)

Idioms

  • Ceremonial attire complete with headdress(冠幁齐备)
  • Properly dressed with headpiece(衣冠幁冕)
  • Ritual headdress and formal robes(幁服礼制)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Used in ancient Chinese ceremonial contexts, particularly during formal rituals and court events.
  • Represents traditional Chinese headwear culture and ceremonial dress codes.
  • Associated with historical formal attire and ritual practices.

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