U+9542 "镂" CJK Unified Ideograph-# Unicode Character

U+9542 "镂" CJK Unified Ideograph-# is a Chinese character that primarily means "to engrave," "to carve," or "to hollow out," often referring to intricate metal or woodwork, such as engraving patterns or creating openwork designs. It appears in classical and modern Chinese texts, frequently used in contexts involving decorative craftsmanship, like "镂空" (hollowed-out carving) or metaphorically to describe something deeply etched or vivid, such as "镂骨铭心" (engraved on the bones and inscribed in the heart, meaning unforgettable). The character combines the metal radical "钅" (gold/metal) with the phonetic component "娄," reflecting its historical association with metalworking and detailed ornamental carving.