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fān
Meaning: pennant
💡 Imagine a 'fan' that flutters like a pennant in the wind.
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旛 (fān) meaning in English —

旛 (fān) refers to a long, narrow pennant used in ancient China, often seen on flags, banners, or religious ceremonies. It symbolizes authority, direction, or spiritual presence. Unlike broader flags (旗), 旛 specifically denotes a streamer-like banner that flutters in the wind, evoking movement and solemnity.

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