Chen Collection, Middle Volume Radical: Wood (mù) Jian Kangxi strokes: 11 Page 529, Entry 08 According to the Compilation of Rhymes (Jiyun) and the Classified Dictionary (Leipian), pronounced jian. It refers to a wooden bolt or latch. Also, according to the Classified Dictionary (Leipian), pronounced jian. It refers to a device for conducting water. Also, according to the Compilation of Rhymes (Jiyun) and the Classified Dictionary (Leipian), pronounced xian. It refers to a restraint or check. Also, according to the Compilation of Rhymes (Jiyun) and the Classified Dictionary (Leipian), pronounced jian. It refers to a shroud or covering for a coffin.