榺 (shèng) - A wooden part of a loom & the warp beam that holds the warp threads

榺Tone 4

shèng ｜ 14 strokes ｜ radical:

上姝

榺 · shèng

A wooden part of a loom;

the warp beam that holds the warp threads under tension.

A wooden part of a loomthe warp beam that holds the warp threads

Usage highlights

Warp beamLoom beamAdjust the beamWarp tension

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The weaver adjusted the warp beam (榺) before starting.
  • Ancient looms had a wooden beam called 榺.
  • The tension of the warp threads depends on the 榺.

Collocations

  • Warp beam(榺轴)
  • Loom beam(织机榺)
  • Adjust the beam(调榺)
  • Warp tension(榺张力)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 榺 is a technical term from traditional Chinese textile manufacturing.
  • It represents an important component in the development of ancient weaving technology.
  • The character reflects the sophistication of early Chinese mechanical engineering.

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