鷩 (bì) - A type of pheasant or colorful bird & also refers to a ceremonial cap worn in

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A type of pheasant or colorful bird;

also refers to a ceremonial cap worn in ancient China adorned with such bird imagery.

A type of pheasant or colorful birdalso refers to a ceremonial cap worn in

Usage highlights

PheasantCeremonial capBird emblemAncient ritualColorful plumage

Synonyms

  • 雉— pheasant (general term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The pheasant (鷩雉) is known for its beautiful plumage.
  • He wore a ceremonial cap (鷩冕) during the ritual.
  • The ancient text mentions the bird (鷩) as an emblem.

Collocations

  • Pheasant(鷩雉)
  • Ceremonial cap(鷩冕)
  • Bird emblem(鷩纹)
  • Ancient ritual(鷩礼)
  • Colorful plumage(鷩羽)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In ancient China, the 鷩 bird was associated with ceremonial attire, particularly the 鷩冕 cap worn by nobility.
  • The bird's vibrant feathers made it a symbol of beauty and status in classical literature.

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