(chōu) - Chou — an ancient place name & used in historical texts, particularly in reference to

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Chou — an ancient place name;

used in historical texts, particularly in reference to a location in the state of Chu during the Spring and Autumn period;

also appears in the name of a person, Wang Chong (王犨).

Chou — an ancient place nameused in historical texts, particularly in reference toalso appears in the name of a person,

Usage highlights

Wang ChongChou placeChou CountyChou city
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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • Wang Chong was a historical figure (王犨).
  • The ancient place of Chou was in Chu (犨地).
  • It appears in classical texts like the Zuo Zhuan (《左传》).

Collocations

  • Wang Chong(王犨)
  • Chou place(犨地)
  • Chou County(犨县)
  • Chou city(犨城)

Cultural background

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  • Primarily known as an ancient place name in the state of Chu.
  • Appears in classical Chinese historical records like the Zuo Zhuan.

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