弤 (dǐ) - An ancient type of bow, specifically a red-colored

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dǐ ｜ 8 strokes ｜ radical: 弓

橙丁

弤 · dǐ

An ancient type of bow, specifically a red-colored bow used in ceremonies or as a tribute.

An ancient type of bow, specifically a red-colored

Usage highlights

red bowceremonial bowtribute bowancient bow

Synonyms

  • 弓— bow (general term)
  • 赤弓— red bow (descriptive synonym)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient text mentions a ceremonial bow (弤).
  • He presented a red bow (弤) as tribute.
  • This type of bow (弤弓) was used in rituals.

Collocations

  • red bow(弤弓)
  • ceremonial bow(礼弤)
  • tribute bow(贡弤)
  • ancient bow(古弤)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical texts like the Book of Songs (《诗经》) as a type of bow, often red, used ceremonially or as tribute.
  • Represents ancient weaponry and ritual objects in Chinese culture.

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