钮
same as "纽"; button; (surname)
Meanings
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same as "纽" (to fasten, button, knot, bond)
archaicA variant character. In many contexts, "纽" is the preferred or standard form. It can refer to anything a knot or bond represents, such as a connection or button.
In ancient texts, "钮" is sometimes used as a variant of "纽".
These two characters are interchangeable in meaning, but their modern usage has become specialized.
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This component on the artifact might be recorded with the character "钮" in ancient books.
Some surnames retain the written form "钮" rather than "纽".
During the process of simplifying Chinese characters, the functions of some variant forms were merged.
noun
button; knob; dial; switch
neutralRefers to any small, manually operated control device on an instrument, machine, or electronic device used for turning, pushing, or twisting.
Please press that red button to start the machine.
Turning this knob adjusts the volume.
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This electric button controls the lighting for the entire room.
There are too many buttons on the remote control; I can't remember what each one does.
That small button next to the door handle is the doorbell.
noun
(surname Niu)
neutralA Chinese surname. It is less common than some other surnames.
Mr. Niu is our new neighbor.
In history, there was a famous scholar named Niu Shuyu.
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This surname is more common in the Jiangnan region.
Please help me look up the origin of the Niu surname.
Section Chief Niu is having a meeting in the conference room.