Chou Collection, Lower Volume Radical: Woman (nǚ) Entry: Shi Kangxi strokes: 9 Page 261, Entry 18 Pronounced ti. In Regional Languages (Fangyan) by Yang Xiong, it is stated that in Southern Chu, the father is called father shi, and the mother is called mother shi. Commentary by Guo Pu notes that in ancient times, the terms for parents were generally used for both the living and the deceased. Also pronounced shi. Also pronounced duo. The meaning is the same. Also pronounced chi. A beautiful woman. One source defines it as aunt shi, appearing light and frivolous. Also pronounced chi. The meaning is the same. Also pronounced ji. Equivalent to the character meaning prostitute or female entertainer. In Discussion of Writing (Shuowen Jiezi), it is defined as small items belonging to women. Also pronounced ti. Equivalent to the character meaning peaceful. One source defines it as beautiful. In History of the Former Han (Qianhan Shu), Western Regions Account, it mentions Princess Shishi, who was married to the Wusun people.