櫆 (kuí) - Kui — refers to the handle of the & used in names to signify guidance, leadership, or

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櫆 · kuí

Kui — refers to the handle of the Big Dipper constellation;

used in names to signify guidance, leadership, or celestial influence.

Kui — refers to the handle of theused in names to signify guidance, leadership, or

Usage highlights

Big Dipper handleGuiding starCelestial guideNavigation referenceAstronomical pointerLeadership symbol

Synonyms

  • 柄— handle (more general term)
  • 枢— pivot, hub (metaphorical guidance)

Antonyms

  • 随— follow, comply (vs. lead/guide)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The handle of the Big Dipper(斗櫆)
  • A guiding star or leader(櫆星)
  • Used in classical names(櫆宇)
  • Celestial navigation reference(櫆柄)

Collocations

  • Big Dipper handle(斗櫆)
  • Guiding star(櫆星)
  • Celestial guide(天櫆)
  • Navigation reference(櫆柄)
  • Astronomical pointer(櫆标)
  • Leadership symbol(櫆首)

Idioms

  • The Dipper's handle pointing the way(斗转櫆移)
  • Following the celestial guide(循櫆而行)
  • The guiding star of leadership(群星拱櫆)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Chinese astronomy, the Big Dipper's handle (櫆) was used for seasonal timekeeping and navigation.
  • The character carries connotations of guidance, authority, and celestial influence.
  • Rare in modern usage but appears in classical literature and poetic names.

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