(chuán) - A type of ancient wheeled vehicle & specifically refers to a chariot or carriage used

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chuán | 16 strokes | radical:

· chuán

A type of ancient wheeled vehicle;

specifically refers to a chariot or carriage used in historical contexts.

A type of ancient wheeled vehiclespecifically refers to a chariot or carriage used

Usage highlights

Ancient chariotWheeled vehicleHistorical carriageChariot wheelsVehicle type

Synonyms

  • vehicle, carriage
  • imperial carriage

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The museum displayed an ancient chariot (輲车).
  • Archaeologists found remnants of a wheeled vehicle (輲).
  • Historical texts mention this type of carriage (輲).

Collocations

  • Ancient chariot(輲车)
  • Wheeled vehicle()
  • Historical carriage()
  • Chariot wheels(輲轮)
  • Vehicle type(輲型)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Refers to specific types of wheeled vehicles used in ancient China.
  • Appears in classical texts describing transportation and military equipment.
  • Represents early Chinese engineering and transportation technology.

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