匣 (xiá) — (bound form) small box, case
Definition
匣 (xiá) is a bound form meaning 'small box' or 'case', almost always used with 子 to form 匣子. It refers to a lidded container, often a tea caddy (茶匣) or jewelry case (木匣).
bound form
(bound form) small boxcase
Examples
- 。Tā bǎ zhū bǎo fàng zài yí gè mù xiá zi lǐ.He put the jewels in a wooden box.
- ，。Zhè ge xiá zi suī rán xiǎo, dàn hěn jīng zhì.This box is small but very delicate.
- 匣。Chá xiá lǐ de chá yè hěn xiāng.The tea leaves in the tea caddy are very fragrant.
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