鞓 (tīng) - Leather belt or girdle & specifically refers to a type of leather belt

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鞓 · tīng

Leather belt or girdle;

specifically refers to a type of leather belt used in ancient times.

Leather belt or girdlespecifically refers to a type of leather belt

Usage highlights

Leather beltOfficial girdleArmor strapBelt ornamentLeather girdle

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He wore a leather belt (鞓带).
  • The official's uniform included a specific girdle (官鞓).
  • Ancient armor often included leather straps (甲鞓).

Collocations

  • Leather belt(鞓带)
  • Official girdle(官鞓)
  • Armor strap(甲鞓)
  • Belt ornament(鞓饰)
  • Leather girdle(皮鞓)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 鞓 was part of traditional Chinese clothing and official uniforms in ancient times.
  • The character reflects the importance of leatherworking in historical Chinese material culture.
  • Used in specific contexts of dress and military equipment during imperial China.

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