軞 (máo) - A type of ancient chariot or war cart & a specific military vehicle mentioned in classical texts.

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軞 · máo

A type of ancient chariot or war cart used in early Chinese warfare;

a specific military vehicle mentioned in classical texts.

A type of ancient chariot or war carta specific military vehicle mentioned in classical texts.

Usage highlights

war chariotmilitary vehicleancient chariotchariot formationchariot troops

Synonyms

  • 车— vehicle/chariot (general term)
  • 战车— war chariot
  • 兵车— military vehicle

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient army used war chariots (軞车) for battle.
  • Historical records mention specialized military vehicles (兵軞).
  • Archaeologists study ancient chariot designs (古軞).

Collocations

  • war chariot(軞车)
  • military vehicle(兵軞)
  • ancient chariot(古軞)
  • chariot formation(軞阵)
  • chariot troops(軞兵)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical Chinese texts describing ancient warfare and military equipment.
  • Represents early Chinese military technology and chariot warfare traditions.
  • Reflects the importance of chariots in early Chinese military strategy.

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