矪 (zhōu) - A type of arrow used in ancient China,

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zhōu ｜ 11 strokes ｜ radical:

志

矪 · zhōu

A type of arrow used in ancient China, specifically a bamboo arrow with a metal arrowhead.

A type of arrow used in ancient China,

Usage highlights

bamboo arrowmetalancient arrow typearchery implementhunting arrow

Synonyms

  • 箭— arrow (general term)
  • 矢— arrow (classical term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient archer used a bamboo arrow (矪) for hunting.
  • This type of arrow (矪) had a metal tip attached to bamboo.
  • Historical texts mention the 矪 arrow in military contexts.

Collocations

  • bamboo arrow(矪)
  • metal-tipped arrow(矪)
  • ancient arrow type(矪)
  • archery implement(矪)
  • hunting arrow(矪)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Represents ancient Chinese archery technology and weaponry.
  • Appears in classical texts describing military equipment and hunting tools.

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