刕
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Readings
On'yomi
- リ
- レイ
- ライ
Kun'yomi
- さ.く
Meaning
This rare kanji has no clear standalone meaning. Treat its meaning as uncertain.
Study
Etymology
The exact historical development of 刕 is uncertain. It visually consists of three 刀 (knife) components, but its original meaning and formation are unclear.
Meaning mnemonic
Three knives stacked together suggest cutting or slicing, but the actual meaning is uncertain. Think of it as a mysterious triple-knife symbol.
Reading mnemonic
For リ, imagine three knives cutting a long reed: reed -> リ, and the triple blades slice through it.