韂 (chàn) - Saddle flap & the leather flap that hangs down from a

韂Tone 4

chàn ｜ 22 strokes ｜ radical:

偲嫦

韂 · chàn

Saddle flap;

the leather flap that hangs down from a saddle to protect the rider's legs;

stirrup leather.

Saddle flapthe leather flap that hangs down from astirrup leather.

Usage highlights

saddle flapstirrup leatherleather saddle flapembroidered saddle flapsaddle flap and girthsaddle and bridle

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The saddle flap (马韂) protects the rider's legs.
  • He adjusted the stirrup leather (韂带) before mounting.
  • The leather saddle flap (皮韂) was beautifully decorated.
  • Traditional saddles often have embroidered flaps (绣花韂).

Collocations

  • saddle flap(马韂)
  • stirrup leather(韂带)
  • leather saddle flap(皮韂)
  • embroidered saddle flap(绣花韂)
  • saddle flap and girth(韂肚)
  • saddle and bridle(鞍韂)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily associated with traditional horse riding equipment and equestrian culture.
  • Used in historical contexts related to cavalry, transportation, and nomadic lifestyles.
  • Reflects the importance of horses in traditional Chinese society and warfare.

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