韯 (xiān) - Axe & ancient weapon with a long handle and broad

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xiān ｜ 15 strokes ｜ radical:

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韯 · xiān

Axe;

ancient weapon with a long handle and broad blade;

also refers to a type of ancient ceremonial weapon used in rituals.

Axeancient weapon with a long handle and broadalso refers to a type of ancient ceremonial

Usage highlights

Bronze axeBattle axeCeremonial axeAxe weaponAncient axe

Synonyms

  • 斧— axe, hatchet
  • 钺— battle-axe, ceremonial axe

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient warrior wielded a battle-axe (韯).
  • Ceremonial axes were used in rituals (礼仪用韯).
  • This museum displays bronze axes from the Zhou dynasty (周代青铜韯).

Collocations

  • Bronze axe(青铜韯)
  • Battle axe(战韯)
  • Ceremonial axe(礼仪韯)
  • Axe weapon(武器韯)
  • Ancient axe(古代韯)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Used as both weapon and ceremonial object in ancient China
  • Appears in archaeological finds from Bronze Age China
  • Symbol of military authority in some ancient contexts

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