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斗拱
dǒugǒng
1. interlocking wooden brackets between the top of a column and crossbeams used in traditional Chinese architecture

Character Breakdown

斗
dòu
to struggle, to fight, to contend; measuring cup
HSK 5 4 丶
拱
gǒng
to salute, to bow; arched; arch
9 丶

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