Taiwan Mandarin

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貂蟬

diāo chán·ㄉㄧㄠㄔㄢˊ

“ornamental decoration on ancient military officials' hats; legendary Han dynasty beauty whose liaison scheme caused Lü Bu to kill Dong Zhuo”

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diāo·ㄉㄧㄠ

A sable or marten, a small carnivorous mammal with valuable fur; also a surname.

chán·ㄔㄢˊ

Cicada, an insect known for its loud song; a decorative ornament shaped like a cicada; continuously, incessantly.