(hóng) - A type of crossbow mechanism & an ancient weapon component.

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A type of crossbow mechanism;

an ancient weapon component.

A type of crossbow mechanisman ancient weapon component.

Usage highlights

Crossbow mechanismBronze crossbow partWeapon componentAncient mechanismMilitary device

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient crossbow mechanism (鉷) was crucial for military success.
  • Archaeologists discovered a bronze crossbow part (弩鉷).
  • This weapon component (鉷) dates back to the Warring States period.

Collocations

  • Crossbow mechanism(弩鉷)
  • Bronze crossbow part(铜鉷)
  • Weapon component(兵器鉷)
  • Ancient mechanism(古代鉷)
  • Military device(军事鉷)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 鉷 refers to a specific component in ancient Chinese crossbow mechanisms.
  • It represents advanced military technology from ancient China, particularly during the Warring States period.
  • The character is extremely rare in modern usage and primarily appears in archaeological or historical contexts.

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