hairpin; traditional hair clip for holding a bun or hair ornament in place

A hair ornament made of jade; also known as a [[玉搔头|玉搔頭|yu4 sao1 tou2]]

hairpin or hair clasp; a decorative rod used to secure a hair bun, often made of metal or jade

To stick or insert flowers into the hair, a cap, or a hat for decoration

the cap clasp and tassels worn by officials in ancient times

ornamental hairpin for women, typically made of gold or silver and featuring a phoenix design

(literary) an ornate hairpin worn by high-ranking officials; often used to refer to the status or position of a high-ranking official

To give up one's official position and retire from politics; literally to throw away the hairpin used to secure an official's cap.

(literary) to pull out one's hairpins, meaning to renounce an official post and retire to a secluded life

(idiom) to serve as a counselor or personal assistant; describes an advisor who is always ready with writing tools to take notes or give advice

(literary) officials or people of high rank. Originally refers to the hairpins and hand-held tablets used by ancient officials.

(literary) to stick a writing brush into one's hair or behind the ear; traditionally done by court officials or scribes to keep a brush ready for taking notes

(literary) high position and great wealth; refers to the hairpins and silk hat ribbons worn by high-ranking officials in ancient times

A family that has produced high-ranking public officials for successive generations

(idiom) polished and elegant; describes handwriting or poetry that is refined and beautiful. Literally "a beautiful woman wearing a flower in her hair".

to cherish memories of old friends and not forget past relationships; literally a lost hairpin and a fallen shoe

Lost hairpins and fallen shoes; a metaphor for old belongings or the memory of past friendships