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Axe — an ancient Chinese weapon or tool resembling a broad axe or hatchet;

also refers to a ceremonial axe used in ancient punishments.

Axe — an ancient Chinese weapon or toolalso refers to a ceremonial axe used in

Usage highlights

Ceremonial axeAxe and pestleAxe bladeIron axeAxe handle

Synonyms

  • axe, hatchet
  • battle-axe, ceremonial axe

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The executioner wielded a heavy axe (鈇).
  • In ancient rituals, the ceremonial axe (鈇钺) symbolized authority.
  • The character 鈇 contains the metal radical (金).

Collocations

  • Ceremonial axe(鈇钺)
  • Axe and pestle(鈇杵)
  • Axe blade(鈇刃)
  • Iron axe(铁鈇)
  • Axe handle(鈇柄)

Idioms

  • To wield the axe of authority(持鈇钺)
  • The axe falls swiftly(鈇钺之诛)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 鈇 was an important weapon and ceremonial object in ancient China, often associated with military authority.
  • The character contains the metal radical (金), indicating its typical construction material.
  • Used in historical contexts involving punishment and execution.

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