㕛
1. Ancient character for "friend" in "Yupian." Refers to the drawing seen in the source text. In "Shuowen," this character is described as two hands crossing each other. According to Xu, it means two hands following each other, signifying assistance or support, hence the inclusion of the two hands.
2. Ancient character for "friend." A compound character. The oracle bone script depicts two hands following in the same direction, symbolizing mutual assistance. This is the original meaning.
3. Ancient character for "friend." A compound character. The oracle bone script depicts two hands following in the same direction, symbolizing mutual assistance. Original meaning: friend.
4. No explanation provided.