a metaphorical spell or set of rules used to control someone or inhibit their freedom

the golden cudgel, a magical staff wielded by Sun Wukong in the novel Journey to the West

a person who makes or repairs wooden barrels and tubs

finger ring (dialect)

to put a metal or bamboo hoop around something, such as a barrel or tub, to secure or reinforce it

to muzzle

a barrel reinforced with metal or wooden hoops

a cooper's shop; a place where barrels and tubs are made or repaired

to mend a relationship; to heal the breach (Cantonese)

to fasten tightly with a hoop

short length, small section or portion

to become numb (from being bound too tightly)

the ribbon around a cap

red armband (northern dialects)

a band or hoop made of gold

erhua form of [[头箍|頭箍|tou2 gu1]], meaning a headband or hair hoop

orthodontic braces

a hoop

a hoop or band made of split bamboo, used to bind or reinforce items like barrels or baskets

to hoop on a basket