(qiú) - A box or case & a container

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qiú | 12 strokes | radical:

· qiú

A box or case;

a container;

an ancient term for a type of box or case used to hold items.

A box or casea containeran ancient term for a type of box

Usage highlights

Seal boxLacquer boxBrush caseJewelry boxAncient containerSmall case

Synonyms

  • box, case
  • small box, casket
  • chest, trunk, box

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • An ancient lacquer box(漆盚)
  • A small container for seals(印盚)
  • A case for holding brushes(笔盚)
  • A jewelry box(首饰盚)

Collocations

  • Seal box(印盚)
  • Lacquer box(漆盚)
  • Brush case(笔盚)
  • Jewelry box(首饰盚)
  • Ancient container(古盚)
  • Small case(小盚)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in ancient texts describing containers and storage items
  • Used historically for various types of small boxes and cases
  • Represents traditional Chinese craftsmanship in container making

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