轙 (yǐ) - Yǐ — an ancient term for a metal & also refers to a kind of chariot.

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yǐ ｜ 20 strokes ｜ radical:

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轙 · yǐ

Yǐ — an ancient term for a metal ornament on a chariot's yoke or bit;

also refers to a kind of chariot.

Yǐ — an ancient term for a metalalso refers to a kind of chariot.

Usage highlights

Chariot yoke ornamentMetal chariot fittingAncient chariot partBronze chariot ornament
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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The chariot's yoke ornament (轙) was made of bronze.
  • Archaeologists found a chariot with intact yoke decorations (轙).
  • The chariot's bit had a metal fitting called a 轙.

Collocations

  • Chariot yoke ornament(车轙)
  • Metal chariot fitting(轙饰)
  • Ancient chariot part(古车轙)
  • Bronze chariot ornament(青铜轙)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Associated with ancient Chinese chariots and warfare during the Zhou and Han dynasties.
  • Reflects the advanced metallurgy and craftsmanship of early Chinese vehicle construction.

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