(róu) - A horse with a mixed or variegated coat & specifically refers to a horse with a black

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róu | 19 strokes | radical:

· róu

A horse with a mixed or variegated coat color;

specifically refers to a horse with a black mane and tail and a body of another color.

A horse with a mixed or variegated coatspecifically refers to a horse with a black

Usage highlights

騥马騥毛騥色赤騥黄騥

Synonyms

  • piebald horse
  • red horse with black mane

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient text describes a fine steed with a black mane and tail (騥马).
  • In equestrian terminology, this refers to a specific coat pattern (騥毛).
  • The breed standard mentions this coloration (騥色).

Collocations

  • horse with black mane/tail(騥马)
  • variegated horse hair(騥毛)
  • mixed coat color(騥色)
  • red body with black mane/tail(赤騥)
  • yellow body with black mane/tail(黄騥)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical Chinese texts describing horse breeds and coat colors.
  • Reflects the importance of horse classification in ancient Chinese society.
  • Part of specialized vocabulary for equestrian culture and animal husbandry.

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