轘 (huán) - To tear apart by chariots — a form & also refers to the ancient punishment of dismemberment

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huán ｜ 20 strokes ｜ radical:

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轘 · huán

To tear apart by chariots — a form of execution in ancient China where a person was torn apart by chariots;

also refers to the ancient punishment of dismemberment by chariots.

To tear apart by chariots — a formalso refers to the ancient punishment of dismemberment

Usage highlights

Execution by chariotsDismemberment punishmentAncient cruel punishmentChariot tearingSevere penalty

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The rebel leader was executed by being torn apart by chariots (轘刑).
  • This was considered one of the cruelest punishments in ancient times (古代酷刑).
  • Historical records mention this form of execution (历史记载).

Collocations

  • Execution by chariots(轘刑)
  • Dismemberment punishment(车裂之刑)
  • Ancient cruel punishment(古代酷刑)
  • Chariot tearing(车裂)
  • Severe penalty(严刑)

Idioms

  • Torn apart by five chariots(五马分尸)
  • Executed by chariot dismemberment(车裂而死)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • This character represents one of the most brutal forms of execution in ancient Chinese penal systems.
  • The punishment involved tying a person's limbs to chariots that would then be driven in different directions.
  • It was typically reserved for the most serious crimes like treason or rebellion.
  • The character reflects the harsh nature of ancient Chinese legal punishments.

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