鍭 (hóu) - Arrow & ancient term for an arrow with a metal

鍭Tone 2

hóu ｜ 17 strokes ｜ radical:

枫惠

鍭 · hóu

Arrow;

ancient term for an arrow with a metal head;

also refers to sound of arrows flying.

Arrowancient term for an arrow with a metalalso refers to sound of arrows flying.

Usage highlights

MetalBronze arrowheadArrow soundAncient arrowSharp arrowArrow shaft

Synonyms

  • 箭— arrow (general term)
  • 矢— arrow (classical term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The archer shot a metal-tipped arrow (金鍭).
  • Ancient bronze arrowheads were called (铜鍭).
  • The sound of arrows flying through the air (鍭鍭声).

Collocations

  • Metal-tipped arrow(金鍭)
  • Bronze arrowhead(铜鍭)
  • Arrow sound(鍭声)
  • Ancient arrow(古鍭)
  • Sharp arrow(利鍭)
  • Arrow shaft(鍭杆)

Idioms

  • Arrows flying like locusts(飞鍭如蝗)
  • Sharp arrows and strong bows(强弓利鍭)
  • The sound of arrows whizzing past(鍭鍭过耳)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in ancient Chinese texts describing military equipment and warfare.
  • Specifically refers to arrows with metal heads, indicating advanced weaponry for their time.
  • Mentioned in classical texts like the Book of Songs and historical records.

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