How to write 磋
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Meaning of 磋
Pinyin
cuō
Radical
石
Strokes
14
Definition
deliberate / to polish
Usage
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磋 [cuō]
1. In ancient times, '磋' referred to the processing of ivory into utensils, and by extension, it means to discuss or deliberate thoroughly.
Ancient term for processing ivory into utensils; extended meaning: to deliberate carefully. Examples: 切（qiē）～ (to cut and polish); ～商 (to consult).
2. To grind ivory. Generally refers to the grinding or refining of objects. (En. grind)
3. To study or discuss mutually with care. (En. consult)
Examples:
- 磋磨 (to grind and refine utensils)
- 磋琢 (to polish and carve)
- 磋切 (to rub against each other)
- 磋摩 (to discuss or study)
【引】
1. 《广韵》: The term for processing ivory is '磋'.
2. 《尔雅》: Bone is called '切', ivory is called '磋', jade is called '琢', stone is called '磨'.
3. 《论衡·量知》: Cutting, polishing, and carving are ways to create precious objects.
4. 《诗·卫风·淇奥》: As sharp as cutting and as refined as polishing.
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Input Method for 磋
Pinyin
cuo1
Wubi
duda|duag
Cangjie
mrtqm
Zhengma
gubi
Four Corner
18612
Unicode
U+78cb
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