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紳 shēn 1. Anciently, it refers to the large girdle worn by gentlemen, which extends to refer to people who bind themselves (with moral restraint). (Ancient large girdle worn by gentlemen, metaphorically refers to people who are bound or restrained.) 2. Formerly used to refer to influential or high-status individuals in local communities. (Previously referred to powerful or status-holding individuals in local areas.) 3. As a noun, it signifies a large girdle worn over clothing by scholars and gentlemen. (As a noun, it denotes a large belt tied around the waist, traditionally worn by scholars.) 4. Historically indicates the class of gentlemen or gentry, primarily those with power and status in society. (Historically refers to a class of individuals having power or high social status, particularly in local contexts.) 5. As a verb, it can mean to bind with a belt or to wear a large belt. (As a verb, it means to fasten with a belt or to wear a large sash.) Example usage:紳士 (gentleman), 地方紳士 (local gentry), 官紳 (official gentleman), and 紳商 (gentry merchant). (Example references: gentleman, local gentry, official gentleman, and gentry merchant.)