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弓
gōng
Description
弓是一种用来射箭的工具，用木头和线做成。
A 弓 is a tool used for shooting arrows, made of wood and string.
以前打仗和打猎的时候，人们常常用弓和箭。
In the past, people often used 弓 and arrows for war and hunting.
Meanings
弓gōng
a bow (for shooting arrows)
他拉开弓，射出一支箭。
He drew the bow and shot an arrow.
弓gōng
to bend; to arch (one's body)
猫弓着背，看起来很生气。
The cat arched its back and looked angry.
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Notes
- Etymology
pictograph of a bow; the character's shape resembles a curved bow.
- Nuance
弓 is the bow itself, 箭 the arrow; together 弓箭 means archery gear.
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