堳
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Meaning: low wall
💡 Think 'may' as in 'may I step over the low wall?'
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Character Story & Explanation
堳 (méi) means 'low wall' or 'parapet,' often seen in ancient Chinese architecture as a short defensive or decorative wall. It is a rare character, primarily found in classical texts. The radical is 土 (earth), hinting at its construction material.
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