戟
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Meaning: halberd
💡 Imagine a giant 'spear' (戈) with a 'table' (卓) shape as the side blade.
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Character Story & Explanation
戟 (jǐ) refers to a traditional Chinese halberd, a pole weapon combining a spear tip and a horizontal blade. It was used in ancient warfare and ceremonial contexts, symbolizing martial prowess and authority. The character combines 戈 (spear-like weapon) and 卓 (meaning 'outstanding'), reflecting its effectiveness. In modern usage, 戟 appears in historical texts and idioms, like '方天画戟', the weapon of the legendary general Lü Bu.
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