拴

tie

拴 is composed of the radical 手 (hand) and 全 (whole, complete). 手 signifies holding or grasping, while 全 means complete or intact, extending to imply stability or security. To securely hold an object, tying it with a rope is the best method, as represented by 拴, meaning to tie or fasten.

Vocabulary of 拴

  • 拴住 (keep a hold on)

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