弣 (fǔ) - The middle part of a bow's body where
弣 · fǔ
The middle part of a bow's body where the hand grips it.
The middle part of a bow's body where
Usage highlights
Bow gripCenter of the bowGrip sectionHold the gripBow and grip
Synonyms
- 弓把— bow handle/grip
Usage & contexts
Examples
- He held the bow firmly by its grip (弣).
- The archer's hand was positioned on the bow's center (弓弣).
- This ancient bow has an ornate grip section (弣部).
Collocations
- Bow grip(弓弣)
- Center of the bow(弣中)
- Grip section(弣部)
- Hold the grip(执弣)
- Bow and grip(弓与弣)
Cultural background
FAQ- Term from traditional archery, referring specifically to the central gripping section of a bow.
- Appears in classical texts on military arts and archery equipment.