襂 (sēn) - Sparse, scattered & refers to something hanging down or in disarray,

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sēn ｜ 16 strokes ｜ radical:

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襂 · sēn

Sparse, scattered;

refers to something hanging down or in disarray, often used in classical literature to describe feathers, hair, or decorations.

Sparse, scatteredrefers to something hanging down or in disarray,

Usage highlights

Sparse feathersDisheveled hairDangling decorationsScattered appearanceHanging tassels

Synonyms

  • 疏— sparse, scattered
  • 散— dispersed, scattered

Antonyms

  • 密— dense, thick
  • 齊— neat, orderly

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The feather decorations hung sparsely (襂襂).
  • Her hair was disheveled (襂髮).
  • The ancient headdress had dangling ornaments (襂纓).

Collocations

  • Sparse feathers(襂羽)
  • Disheveled hair(襂髮)
  • Dangling decorations(襂纓)
  • Scattered appearance(襂襂)
  • Hanging tassels(襂縧)

Idioms

  • Feathers hanging sparsely(襂羽垂垂)
  • Disheveled and unkempt(襂髮蓬鬆)
  • Ornaments in disarray(襂纓散亂)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical Chinese texts describing ceremonial attire or natural scenes.
  • Often used in poetic contexts to evoke imagery of elegance or decay.
  • Rare in modern usage, primarily found in historical or literary works.

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