Xu Collection, Middle Volume Radical: Leather (gé) Kangxi strokes: 15 Page 1387, Entry 14 Pronounced jia. In Tang Rhyme (Tangyun), the pronunciation is determined as jia. In Collected Rhymes (Jiyun), the pronunciation is determined as jia. According to Explaining Graphs and Analyzing Characters (Shuowen), it refers to protection against perspiration. According to Collection of Jade (Yupian), it refers to a bag or pouch. It is used for defense and protection. In the Book of Master Xun (Xunzi), section on Discussing Warfare (Yibingpian), it is described as being as firm as metal and stone. The commentary states that ge refers to a sturdy appearance. Furthermore, in the Book of Master Guan (Guanzi), section on Central Rectification (Zhongkuangpian), it mentions that those who commit minor crimes are punished by forfeiting lanjia (weapon racks), shields, ge-leather, and three-pronged spears. The commentary explains that ge-leather refers to a chest guard made of double-layered leather, worn on the chest to defend against weapons. Also, in the Broad Rhyme (Guangyun), the pronunciation is determined as ge. In Collected Rhymes (Jiyun), the pronunciation is determined as ge. The meaning is the same. Collected Rhymes (Jiyun) notes that it is sometimes written as a variant form. Collected Rhymes (Jiyun) also notes the pronunciation sa, which is the same as the character for slippers (sa). It was also written as ge in ancient times. Detailed annotation can be found under the Drum (gu) radical, six-stroke entry. It is sometimes written as a variant form. Also pronounced tuo. The original character is the sound of drums (ta). It is sometimes written as a variant form. Detailed annotation can be found under the entry for the character for drums (ta).