踂 (niè) - A condition of the feet where the toes & an ancient term for a foot deformity or
踂 · niè
A condition of the feet where the toes are cramped or curled under;
an ancient term for a foot deformity or walking difficulty.
A condition of the feet where the toesan ancient term for a foot deformity or
Usage highlights
foot crampingcramped toeswalking difficultyfoot deformitytreating foot conditions
Usage & contexts
Examples
- The ancient text described a foot condition called 'nie' (踂).
- He walked with difficulty due to his cramped toes (足踂).
- The medical manuscript mentioned treatments for foot deformities (足踂之症).
Collocations
- foot cramping(足踂)
- cramped toes(趾踂)
- walking difficulty(行踂)
- foot deformity(足踂之形)
- treating foot conditions(治踂)
Cultural background
FAQ- Appears in classical Chinese medical texts describing foot conditions and deformities.
- Rare character primarily used in historical medical contexts rather than modern language.
- Reflects traditional Chinese medicine's detailed classification of physical ailments.