麡 (qí) - A legendary type of deer or antelope mentioned

麡Tone 2

qí ｜ 25 strokes ｜ radical:

七器

麡 · qí

A legendary type of deer or antelope mentioned in ancient Chinese texts, specifically a type of mountain deer with distinctive features.

A legendary type of deer or antelope mentioned

Usage highlights

qí deerqí beastmountain qíqí antelopelegendary qí

Synonyms

  • 鹿— deer (general term)
  • 羚— antelope

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient text mentions a rare creature called the qí deer (麡).
  • In Chinese mythology, the qí (麡) was a type of mountain antelope.
  • The qí deer (麡) was described in classical texts as having unique antlers.

Collocations

  • qí deer(麡)
  • qí beast(麡兽)
  • mountain qí(山麡)
  • qí antelope(麡羚)
  • legendary qí(神麡)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Mentioned in ancient Chinese texts like the 'Classic of Mountains and Seas' as a mythical creature.
  • Represents one of many rare and mystical animals in Chinese mythology and folklore.
  • The character is extremely rare in modern usage, primarily of interest to scholars of classical Chinese texts.

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