弨
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Meaning: unbent bow
💡 Imagine a bow that's 'chao'-s (chaotic) because it's not strung yet.
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Character Story & Explanation
弨 (chāo) refers to an unbent bow, a bow that has not been strung or drawn. In ancient China, the bow was a crucial weapon and symbol of martial prowess. An unbent bow represents potential, waiting to be strung for action. This character is rare, appearing in classical texts like the Shijing (Book of Songs).
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