- 米(grain; thread (symbolizing something cut))ASSOCIATIVE
- 斤(axe; chopping tool)PHONO-SEMANTIC
Using an axe to chop and sever threads — the image of breaking or cutting off.
fracture
fracture
This rope has broken.
rupture
The rope broke.
to break apart
The rope has snapped.
Using an axe to chop and sever threads — the image of breaking or cutting off.
fracture
fracture
This rope has broken.
rupture
The rope broke.
to break apart
The rope has snapped.
Using an axe to chop and sever threads — the image of breaking or cutting off.
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