篦 (bì) — fine-tooth comb
Definition
篦 (bì) is a bound morpheme meaning 'fine-tooth comb,' used as a classifier-bound noun (篦子). It refers specifically to a comb with very dense teeth, traditionally used to remove lice and nits — denser than an ordinary 梳子.
bound form
fine-tooth comb
Examples
- 篦。Zhè ge bì zi hěn xì mì.This fine-tooth comb has very fine teeth.
- 篦。Tā yòng bì zi bǎ tóu fa shū dé hěn shùn.She used a fine-tooth comb to smooth her hair.
- 篦。Nǎi nai shuō lǎo bì zi kě yǐ qù diào shī zi.Grandma said the old fine-tooth comb can remove lice.
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