窐 (guī) - A small pit or depression & a hollow

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枫惠

窐 · guī

A small pit or depression;

a hollow;

a low-lying area;

also refers to a type of ancient dwelling or cave.

A small pit or depressiona hollowa low-lying area

Usage highlights

Small pitCave dwellingGround depressionHollow in the groundWater collects in a hollow

Synonyms

  • 洼— depression, hollow
  • 坑— pit, hole

Antonyms

  • 丘— hill, mound
  • 陵— hill, mound

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • There was a small depression in the ground (地有窐陷).
  • The ancient people lived in cave dwellings (窐居).
  • Water collected in the hollow (水聚于窐).

Collocations

  • Small pit(小窐)
  • Cave dwelling(窐居)
  • Ground depression(地窐)
  • Hollow in the ground(土窐)
  • Water collects in a hollow(水窐)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Reflects ancient architectural styles where people lived in pit dwellings or caves.
  • Associated with concepts of humility and lowliness in some classical texts.

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