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赤韨

chì fú
Two-char wordPositive诗经

赤韨同“赤芾”,指红色的蔽膝,古代官员服饰,借指贵族地位。

2 charCharacter count Two-characterSource 曹风·候人(异体字)Dynasty Spring & AutumnSentiment PositiveFrequency rare
Word structure
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Usage
古典诗文中的雅称
English
Chì fú is identical to 'chì fèi', meaning a red knee covering, part of ancient official attire, symbolizing noble status.

Detailed Definition

  1. Original meaning: A red knee covering, attire for officials above the rank of grand master.
    Example:赤韨煌煌,君子之服。

Source & Allusion

三百赤韨。

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