lòu

technical
literary

Meaning of

镂 means to engrave; to carve; to etch. Pronounced lòu.

  • to engrave; to carve; to etch

Character Info

Radical
Strokes14
Components

Stroke Order

Definitions & Examples

Gōng
jiàng
zài
qīng
tóng
shàng
lòu
le
jīng
měi
de
àn
 

The artisan engraved exquisite patterns on the bronze ware.

Zhè
jiàn
jiā
cǎi
yòng
le
lòu
kōng
de
zhuāng
shì
shè
 

This piece of furniture features a hollowed-out decorative design.

Píng
fēng
shàng
diāo
lòu
zhe
lóng
fèng
chéng
xiáng
de
àn
 

The screen is carved with patterns of dragons and phoenixes symbolizing prosperity.

jiàng
yòng
xiǎo
de
gōng
zài
shí
shàng
lòu
huā
 

The jade craftsman used fine tools to carve flowers on the jade stone.