綕 (zhī) - Pattern, design, or weave — refers to the & often used in classical contexts to denote organized

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綕 · zhī

Pattern, design, or weave — refers to the intricate arrangement or structure in textiles, art, or systems;

often used in classical contexts to denote organized beauty.

Pattern, design, or weave — refers to theoften used in classical contexts to denote organized

Usage highlights

Textile patternWeave designIntricate arrangementArtistic structureSystematic beauty

Synonyms

  • 紋— pattern, design
  • 織— weave, knit
  • 圖— diagram, pattern

Antonyms

  • 亂— chaos, disorder
  • 雜— mixed,杂乱

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The brocade has an exquisite pattern (綕).
  • Ancient textiles show complex weaves (綕).
  • This artwork follows a traditional design (綕).

Collocations

  • Textile pattern(綕)
  • Weave design(綕)
  • Intricate arrangement(綕)
  • Artistic structure(綕)
  • Systematic beauty(綕)

Idioms

  • Elaborate and refined(綺綪綕縟)
  • Intricate and orderly(綕理分明)
  • Woven with care(綕心獨運)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Associated with traditional Chinese textile arts and craftsmanship.
  • Reflects the value placed on intricate design and order in classical aesthetics.
  • Used in historical contexts to describe systematic or patterned arrangements.

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