Mao Collection, Middle Volume. Radical: Hand (shǒu). Kangxi strokes: 17. Page 457, Entry 34. Tang Rhyme (Tangyun), Collection Rhyme (Jiyun), Rhyme Meeting (Yunhui), Correct Rhymes (Zhengyun): Pronounced shan (falling tone). Explanation from the Explaining Graphs (Shuowen): To monopolize. Meaning of Rites (Liji): Respect the matter, and do not dare to monopolize the importance of the matter. Records of the Grand Historian (Shiji): He who monopolizes the state is called the king. Also from the Expanded Rhymes (Zengyun): To occupy. Strategies of the Warring States (Zhanguoce): Zhao attacked Zhongshan, took Fuliu, and in five years occupied the Hutuo River. Commentary: To occupy means to possess it permanently.