裹革

guǒ gé

Two-char wordPositive后汉书

用皮革包裹尸体，指战死沙场。

2 charCharacter count Two-characterSource 马援列传Dynasty Eastern HanSentiment PositiveFrequency less_common

Detailed Definition

Original meaning: To wrap the body in horsehide (often referring to dying honorably in battle).
Example：裹革之志，千古流芳。
Extended meaning: Metaphor for fighting courageously and being unafraid of death.
Example：将士皆怀裹革之心，奋勇杀敌。

男儿要当死于边野，以马革裹尸还葬耳

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