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xiān, xian
| Definition | fresh; delicious; attractive |
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| Simplification Method | Simplified form of 鮮. Derived from generic character simplification rule #126 (魚 » 鱼) via replacement of character component. |
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See also
- YellowBridge Dictionary User's Guide: Character Etymology Results Tab
- Chinese Extension Fonts. Read this if some Chinese characters appear as little squares instead.