Mao Collection, Middle Volume. Radical: Hand (shǒu). Kangxi strokes: 13. Page 441, Entry 17. According to the Tang Dynasty Rhymes (Tangyun), it is pronounced miao (level tone). According to the Collection of Rhymes (Jiyun), the Compilation of Rhymes (Yunhui), and the Correct Rhymes (Zhengyun), it is pronounced miao (level tone). It means to draw by copying an original. The Origins of the Six Writings (Liushugu) states that the words for draw and trace are similar in pronunciation, but drawing is done with a lighter touch, while tracing is done with a heavier touch. Additionally, according to the Tang Dynasty Rhymes (Tangyun), it is pronounced mao (level tone). According to the Collection of Rhymes (Jiyun), it is pronounced mao (level tone). It means to strike. Additionally, according to the Collection of Rhymes (Jiyun), it is pronounced mao (falling tone). It means to throw.