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A sash or girdle;

a colored silk ribbon or band used in ancient times as an ornament or insignia.

A sash or girdlea colored silk ribbon or band used in

Usage highlights

silk sashcolored girdleofficial's sashdecorative ribbonceremonial band

Synonyms

  • belt, sash
  • ribbon, cord

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The official wore a silk sash (綥) as part of his ceremonial dress.
  • Ancient girdles were often made of colored silk (彩綥).
  • The ornament was fastened with a silk ribbon (丝綥).

Collocations

  • silk sash(丝綥)
  • colored girdle(彩綥)
  • official's sash(官綥)
  • decorative ribbon(饰綥)
  • ceremonial band(礼綥)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Used in ancient Chinese clothing as decorative or ceremonial elements.
  • Associated with official dress and ceremonial attire in historical contexts.
  • Represents traditional textile craftsmanship and ornamental traditions.

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