(yīng) - A type of ancient jade ornament or pendant,

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yīng | 10 strokes | radical:

· yīng

A type of ancient jade ornament or pendant, often used in jewelry or decorative items.

A type of ancient jade ornament or pendant,

Usage highlights

jade pendantjade ornamentjade pendant and girdlejade decorationprecious jade pendant

Synonyms

  • jade
  • jade pendant

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • She wore a delicate jade pendant (玉珱).
  • The artifact featured an intricate jade ornament (珱饰).
  • Ancient nobles prized jade pendants (珱佩).

Collocations

  • jade pendant(玉珱)
  • jade ornament(珱饰)
  • jade pendant and girdle(珮珱)
  • jade decoration(珱妆)
  • precious jade pendant(宝珱)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Jade has deep cultural significance in Chinese history, symbolizing purity, beauty, and moral integrity.
  • Ornaments like 珱 were worn by nobility in ancient times as status symbols.

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