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Glyph origin
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The original pronunciation of was lost after the classical period, but can still be seen in other characters of the phonetic series:
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Definitions

 * 1)  to tie; to fasten; to tie up
 * 2)  to link; to connect
 * 3) to hold together; to maintain; to preserve; to safeguard
 * 4)  thick rope for tying objects; cord
 * 5)  corner; nook; recess
 * 6)  net; mesh; netting
 * 7)  dimension
 * 8)  order; law; outline
 * 9)  long and thin object; fibre; string
 * 1)  long and thin object; fibre; string

Usage notes

 * Most dictionaries proscribe historical -uwi readings, , , , and as attested in many historical documents.

Etymology 1
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Affix

 * 1) hold together; keep; maintain
 * 2) what holds together; net, supportive