(ér) - The lower edge of a garment & the hem of clothing.

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· ér

The lower edge of a garment;

the hem of clothing.

The lower edge of a garmentthe hem of clothing.

Usage highlights

Clothing hemRobe hemSkirt hemLower edge of garmentHem decoration

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The hem of the robe was embroidered (袍袻).
  • She adjusted the hem of her dress (裙袻).
  • The garment's hem was frayed (衣袻).

Collocations

  • Clothing hem(衣袻)
  • Robe hem(袍袻)
  • Skirt hem(裙袻)
  • Lower edge of garment(下袻)
  • Hem decoration(袻饰)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Reflects traditional Chinese clothing construction, where the hem was a distinct part of a garment.
  • Associated with classical attire and tailoring practices.

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