The fourth of the twelve earthly branches, associated with the rabbit; used to represent the period from 5:00 to 7:00 a.m., the second solar month, or the direction east.

A hole or slot cut into a piece of wood or other material, designed to receive a corresponding tenon to form a joint.

The morning roll call or sign-in at ancient government offices, which typically occurred during the mǎo hour.

To put forth or concentrate one's strength; this usage is synonymous with 铆 mǎo.