彨 (chī) - Ornamental — refers to decorative patterns or embellishments & an archaic term for beautiful adornment.

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彨 · chī

Ornamental — refers to decorative patterns or embellishments;

an archaic term for beautiful adornment.

Ornamental — refers to decorative patterns or embellishmentsan archaic term for beautiful adornment.

Usage highlights

Ornamental patternsDecorative adornmentBeautiful ornamentationCarved decorationsElegant embellishmentsOrnamental arts

Synonyms

  • 饰— decoration, ornament
  • 丽— beautiful, elegant
  • 华— magnificent, splendid

Antonyms

  • 朴— plain, simple
  • 素— plain, unadorned

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient vessel had intricate ornamental patterns (彨纹).
  • She admired the decorative carvings (彨饰) on the temple walls.
  • In classical texts, 彨 described beautiful adornments (彨丽).

Collocations

  • Ornamental patterns(彨纹)
  • Decorative adornment(彨饰)
  • Beautiful ornamentation(彨丽)
  • Carved decorations(彨雕)
  • Elegant embellishments(彨华)
  • Ornamental arts(彨艺)

Idioms

  • Beautiful and ornate(彨丽华美)
  • Exquisitely decorated(彨饰精美)
  • Ornamental splendor(彨华盛丽)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally used in classical Chinese to describe decorative patterns and artistic embellishments.
  • Appears in historical texts describing ornate objects, architecture, and artistic works.
  • Represents traditional Chinese appreciation for intricate craftsmanship and aesthetic beauty.

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