軧 (dǐ) - The end of a cart's axle & the part of a cart's axle that protrudes
軧 · dǐ
The end of a cart's axle;
the part of a cart's axle that protrudes beyond the wheel.
The end of a cart's axlethe part of a cart's axle that protrudes
Usage highlights
cart axle endchariot axleaxle headwooden axleiron axle end
Usage & contexts
Examples
- The cart's axle end (軧) needs maintenance.
- Ancient chariots had reinforced axle ends (軧).
- The protruding axle (軧) was a common feature in early vehicles.
Collocations
- cart axle end(车軧)
- chariot axle(战车軧)
- axle head(轴軧)
- wooden axle(木軧)
- iron axle end(铁軧)
Cultural background
FAQ- Appears in ancient Chinese texts describing chariot and cart construction.
- Reflects the technological sophistication of early Chinese vehicle engineering.