Compendium of Rhymes (Jiyun) and Treasury of Rhymes (Yunhui) state the pronunciation is xie. It is defined as a bow that is strong and powerful. Additionally, Wide Rhymes (Guangyun) states the pronunciation is ye, and Compendium of Rhymes (Jiyun) states the pronunciation is she. It is defined in the Jade Book (Yupian) as a bow accessory. Compendium of Rhymes (Jiyun) defines it as a thumb ring worn when shooting arrows. It is also written as a variant form (she).