yuán​mén

shaft gate

Senses

辕门/ 轅門 yuán​mén shaft gate

(historical) A temporary gate formed by the crossing of two carriage shafts, used at imperial rest stops during hunting or travel or at ancient military camps

辕门/ 轅門 yuán​mén yamen gate

(historical) The outer gate of a high official's office, provincial government headquarters (yamen), or military camp

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