鏾 (sǎn) - A crossbow with the trigger released & to release the trigger of a crossbow

鏾Tone 3

sǎn ｜ 20 strokes ｜ radical:

三姗

鏾 · sǎn

A crossbow with the trigger released;

to release the trigger of a crossbow;

also refers to a type of ancient weapon.

A crossbow with the trigger releasedto release the trigger of a crossbowalso refers to a type of ancient weapon.

Usage highlights

Crossbow with released triggerCrossbow mechanismCrossbow arrowAncient crossbowMilitary crossbow

Synonyms

  • 弩— crossbow (general term)
  • 弓— bow

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The soldier released the crossbow (鏾弩).
  • This is an ancient crossbow mechanism (鏾机).
  • He studied the construction of crossbows (鏾弓).

Collocations

  • Crossbow with released trigger(鏾弩)
  • Crossbow mechanism(鏾机)
  • Crossbow arrow(鏾箭)
  • Ancient crossbow(古鏾)
  • Military crossbow(兵鏾)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 鏾 refers to a specific state or action related to crossbows in ancient Chinese warfare.
  • Crossbows were important military weapons in ancient China, with sophisticated trigger mechanisms.
  • The character appears in historical military texts and documents about ancient weaponry.

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