轥 (lìn) - To approach a carriage & to tread on

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lìn ｜ 26 strokes ｜ radical:

林伦

轥 · lìn

To approach a carriage;

to tread on;

to press upon;

to crush under wheels or feet.

To approach a carriageto tread onto press upon

Usage highlights

Approach a carriageTread on the thresholdCrush under wheelsPress uponCarriage gate

Synonyms

  • 碾— to crush under wheels
  • 压— to press, to crush
  • 踏— to tread on, to step on

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The carriage approached the gate (轥门).
  • He trod on the threshold (轥于门限).
  • The wheels crushed the stones (轥石).

Collocations

  • Approach a carriage(轥车)
  • Tread on the threshold(轥门限)
  • Crush under wheels(轥轹)
  • Press upon(轥压)
  • Carriage gate(轥门)

Idioms

  • To tread on and crush(轥轹)
  • To approach the carriage gate(轥门)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • This character is primarily found in classical Chinese texts and is rarely used in modern vernacular.
  • It often appears in historical or literary contexts describing ceremonial approaches or physical pressure.
  • The character's components reflect its meaning related to vehicles and movement.

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