卣
ancient wine vessel; tenth earthly branch
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesnoun
ancient wine vessel with small mouth and large belly
archaicRefers to a type of bronze vessel used in ancient China for storing and pouring wine, typically with a narrow neck and swollen belly. This is the original meaning from which the character derives its shape.
The museum displays a Shang Dynasty bronze wine vessel.
This type of wine vessel was exquisitely crafted and served as an important ritual object in ancient ceremonies.
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Archaeologists discovered multiple wine vessels in the tomb.
noun
the tenth of the twelve Earthly Branches
Used in the traditional Chinese calendar system, corresponding to the Rooster in the Chinese zodiac. Also refers to the period from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
You corresponds to the Rooster and ranks tenth among the twelve Earthly Branches.
The You hour refers to the period from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
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This year is the Dingyou year in the sexagenary cycle.