Hai Collection, Lower Volume Radical: Tooth (chǐ) Kangxi Strokes: 19 Page 1533, Entry 03 Pronounced xiè. Shuowen Jiezi (Shuowen): Teeth grinding and gnashing against each other. Yupian (Yupian): Xie refers to the appearance of gnashing teeth in anger. Guangya (Guangya): Fengxie means to be angry. Zheng Yun (Zheng Yun): Chixie refers to the area where the upper and lower teeth meet when biting. Rites of Zhou (Zhouli), Winter Officials, Record of Tradesmen (Kaogongji), Armorers: When making armor, ensure there are no irregularities like xie. Commentary: Xie refers to the unevenness of teeth when they bite together. Sub-commentary: The armor plates are layered like leaves, having an uneven and irregular appearance.