墱
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Readings
On'yomi
- トウ
Kun'yomi
- きだ
Meaning
This rare kanji has no clear standalone meaning. Treat its meaning as uncertain.
Study
Etymology
墱 combines 土 (earth) with 登, which likely contributes sound. The exact historical development is uncertain.
Meaning mnemonic
The left side is earth 土, and the right side is 登 (climb). Imagine earth piled up to form a steep path or steps for climbing.
Reading mnemonic
For トウ, picture climbing a tall earthen mound: toe by toe, you ascend. Toe -> トウ.