犼 (hǒu) - A mythical beast in Chinese folklore, described as & sometimes depicted as a watchdog of heaven.
犼 · hǒu
A mythical beast in Chinese folklore, described as a powerful, dragon-like creature;
sometimes depicted as a watchdog of heaven.
A mythical beast in Chinese folklore, described assometimes depicted as a watchdog of heaven.
Usage highlights
Heavenly HoundDragonStone HoundHǒu beastRoaring Hǒu
Usage & contexts
Examples
- The mythical beast 犼 appears in ancient Chinese texts.
- Some legends describe 犼 as a dragon hybrid (龙犼).
- Statues of 犼 can be found on ancient Chinese architecture.
Collocations
- Heavenly Hound(天犼)
- Dragon-Hound(龙犼)
- Stone Hound(石犼)
- Hǒu beast(犼兽)
- Roaring Hǒu(吼犼)
Cultural background
FAQ- In Chinese mythology, 犼 is often portrayed as a fierce, dragon-like creature with supernatural powers.
- It is sometimes considered a divine watchdog guarding heavenly gates or palaces.
- Stone statues of 犼 are commonly found in imperial architecture, particularly on roof ridges.