胄
descendant; helmet
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesnoun
descendant (of royalty or nobility); heir
archaicRefers specifically to the offspring of imperial or noble families in ancient times. Now mainly used in literary or historical contexts. Historically written as 胄 (with 月 bottom) distinct from 冑 (helmet), but now merged.
He is a descendant of nobility, from a distinguished family.
The dignity of imperial descent is not comparable to that of ordinary people.
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Descendants of aristocratic families produce talented people every generation.
noun
helmet (ancient protective headgear); armor
archaicRefers specifically to ancient military helmets, typically used in the compound 甲胄 (armor and helmet). Originally written as 冑 (with 冃 bottom meaning hat), distinct from 胄 (descendant), but merged in modern script.
The general was clad in armor and helmet, looking majestic and formidable.
Many bronze helmets were found among the unearthed cultural relics.
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Ancient warriors always wore helmets when going into battle to protect their heads.