(jǐng) - A type of ancient ceremonial headdress or cloth & also refers to a sash or decorative cloth.

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jǐng | 15 strokes | radical:

· jǐng

A type of ancient ceremonial headdress or cloth covering worn in traditional Chinese rituals;

also refers to a sash or decorative cloth.

A type of ancient ceremonial headdress or clothalso refers to a sash or decorative cloth.

Usage highlights

ceremonial headdressritual head coveringdecorative sashtraditional headdressancient ceremonial cloth

Synonyms

  • crown, headdress
  • ceremonial crown

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ceremonial headdress (幜) was worn during important rituals.
  • She adjusted the decorative sash (幜) on her traditional attire.
  • The ancient text describes the proper way to wear the ritual head covering (幜).

Collocations

  • ceremonial headdress(礼幜)
  • ritual head covering(仪幜)
  • decorative sash(饰幜)
  • traditional headdress(传统幜)
  • ancient ceremonial cloth(古礼幜)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Used in ancient Chinese ceremonial contexts, particularly in formal rituals and traditional ceremonies.
  • Represents a specific type of traditional headgear or decorative cloth from historical Chinese culture.
  • Appears in classical texts describing traditional attire and ceremonial practices.

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