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鍾馗

简钟馗 · 繁鍾馗

Mandarin · pinyin Zhōng Kuí

Zhong Kui (mythological figure, supposed to drive away evil spirits)
(fig.) a person with the courage to fight against evil

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馗: kuí · cheekbone; path, road; intersection
钟: zhōng · clock; bell

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(Chinese mythology) Zhong Kui (a deity who drives away evil spirits and demons)

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