猄 (jīng) - A type of deer, specifically referring to the

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jīng ｜ 11 strokes ｜ radical:

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猄 · jīng

A type of deer, specifically referring to the barking deer or muntjac found in southern China and Southeast Asia.

A type of deer, specifically referring to the

Usage highlights

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Synonyms

  • 麂— muntjac (another character for the same animal)
  • 鹿— deer (general term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The barking deer (黄猄) is known for its distinctive call.
  • We spotted a muntjac (山猄) in the forest.
  • This region is home to the Chinese muntjac (中华猄).

Collocations

  • barking deer(黄猄)
  • muntjac deer(山猄)
  • Chinese muntjac(中华猄)
  • deer species(猄种)
  • forest deer(林猄)
  • deer hunting(猎猄)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The character 猄 specifically refers to muntjac deer species found in southern China.
  • Muntjacs are known for their barking sound, which gives them the name 'barking deer'.
  • In traditional Chinese culture, deer are often associated with longevity and good fortune.

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