Wei Collection, Middle Volume Radical: Silk (mì) Kangxi Strokes: 11 Page 921, Entry 12 Pronounced zu. According to the Analytical Dictionary of Characters (Shuowen Jiezi), it refers to a category of silk ribbons. The smaller ones are used as cords for crowns. In the Book of Documents (Shangshu), section Tribute of Yu (Yugong), it states: In their baskets were crimson silk ribbons and pearls. The commentary states: These ribbons are of the same type as official sashes. In the Rites of Zhou (Zhouli), section Officials of Heaven (Tianguan), it states: For all sacrificial rites, provide embroidered ribbons and related items. The sub-commentary states: Ribbon items refer to the tassels used on crowns. Also, in the Book of Odes (Shijing), section Odes of Bei (Beifeng), it states: Holding the reins as if they were silk ribbons. The commentary states: These are woven silk ribbons. Also, in the Book of Odes (Shijing), section Odes of Yong (Yongfeng), it states: Plain silk to ribbon it. The commentary states: Plain silk is used as thread to stitch the tassels and banners of flags, or to maintain them. Also, in the Book of Etiquette and Ceremonial (Yili), section Rites for the Burial of an Official (Shisangli), it states: Wearing a ribbon tie. The commentary states: A ribbon tie can be made into a knot. Also, in the Book of Etiquette and Ceremonial (Yili), section Rites for the Burial of an Official (Shisangli), it states: Use a ribbon for the hair. The commentary states: This means using a ribbon to bind the hair. Also, in the Book of Rites (Liji), section Inner Teachings (Neize), it states: Weaving and binding ribbons. The sub-commentary states: Ribbons and binding cords are both types of braids. The thin and wide ones are called ribbons, and those resembling ropes are called binding cords. Also, in the Zuo Commentary (Zuozhuan), third year of Duke Xiang, it states: Sent Deng Liao to lead three hundred soldiers in lacquered armor. The commentary states: Lacquered armor refers to armor with patterns made of ribbons. The sub-commentary states: Lacquered armor is armor bound with ribbons, worn by chariot warriors. Pronounced ju. Name of a city. Located in the sea.