沷
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Meaning: to remove evil
💡 Think 'fa' as in 'far away' evil, washed away by water.
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Character Story & Explanation
沷 (fā) means 'to remove evil' or 'to eliminate malice.' It is a rare character, often seen in classical texts or Taoist rituals. The left radical 氵 (water) hints at cleansing, while the right component 發 (fā) means 'to emit' or 'to send away.' Together, they symbolize washing away malevolent forces. This reflects the Chinese worldview that evil can be purified through ritualistic cleansing, often with water or fire.
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