繲 (xiè) - To wash clothes & to cleanse

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xiè ｜ 19 strokes ｜ radical:

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繲 · xiè

To wash clothes;

to cleanse;

to launder;

to purify or clean.

To wash clothesto cleanseto launder

Usage highlights

Wash clothesLaundry serviceCleanse and purifyHand washingLaundry workerWashing tub

Synonyms

  • 洗— to wash; to clean
  • 涤— to cleanse; to wash away
  • 濯— to wash; to cleanse

Antonyms

  • 污— dirty; filthy
  • 染— to stain; to dye

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • She washes clothes by hand (手繲衣服).
  • The laundry service is efficient (繲衣服务).
  • He cleansed the ritual vessels (繲洗礼器).

Collocations

  • Wash clothes(繲衣)
  • Laundry service(繲务)
  • Cleanse and purify(繲洗)
  • Hand washing(手繲)
  • Laundry worker(繲工)
  • Washing tub(繲盆)

Idioms

  • To wash away dust and grime(繲尘涤垢)
  • To cleanse and purify completely(繲濯清净)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • This character appears in classical texts related to cleaning and purification rituals.
  • It was used in historical contexts for both practical laundry and ceremonial cleansing.
  • The character is rare in modern usage but preserves ancient washing practices.

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