鐍 (jué) - A lock & a key
鐍 · jué
A lock;
a key;
a metal clasp or fastener;
to lock up or seal.
A locka keya metal clasp or fastener
Usage highlights
Locking mechanismSealed with a lockBronze lockTo lock awayKey and lockLocking device
Usage & contexts
Examples
- The ancient box had a bronze lock (铜鐍).
- He used a key to open the sealed document (封鐍).
- The treasure was securely locked away (鐍藏).
Collocations
- Locking mechanism(鐍钥)
- Sealed with a lock(封鐍)
- Bronze lock(铜鐍)
- To lock away(鐍藏)
- Key and lock(鐍匙)
- Locking device(鐍具)
Idioms
- Sealed tight as with a lock(固若金鐍)
- To lock away treasures(深鐍珍玩)
Cultural background
FAQ- Appears in classical texts describing security mechanisms for valuable items and documents.
- Used historically for sealing official documents and treasure chests.
- Represents security, protection, and controlled access in ancient Chinese contexts.