(dài) - An ancient term for the axle cap or & also refers to a type of vehicle or

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dài | 7 strokes | radical: 车

· dài

An ancient term for the axle cap or linchpin of a chariot;

also refers to a type of vehicle or chariot in ancient texts.

An ancient term for the axle cap oralso refers to a type of vehicle or

Usage highlights

Axle capChariot linchpinAncient vehicle partAxle endBronze linchpin

Synonyms

  • linchpin (similar chariot component)
  • 轴头axle end

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The axle cap (轪) was an important component of ancient chariots.
  • This character appears in ancient texts describing vehicles (车轪).
  • Archaeologists found chariot parts including the linchpin (轪).

Collocations

  • Axle cap(车轪)
  • Chariot linchpin(轪辖)
  • Ancient vehicle part(古车轪)
  • Axle end(轴轪)
  • Bronze linchpin(铜轪)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Represents ancient Chinese chariot technology and vehicle components.
  • Appears in classical texts describing war chariots and transportation.
  • Reflects the advanced craftsmanship of ancient Chinese metalworking.

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