戍
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Meaning: garrison
💡 Imagine a soldier (人) holding a spear (戈) on guard duty.
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Character Story & Explanation
戍 (shù) means 'to garrison' or 'to defend'. It depicts a person standing guard with a weapon (戈). Historically, it referred to soldiers stationed at borders, reflecting ancient China's emphasis on territorial defense and the soldier's duty. Today, it appears in military contexts and idioms about vigilance.
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