飂

A rare noun referring to wind at high altitudes, such as mountain peaks; it describes a specific atmospheric condition rather than wind in general (風).

Distinct from 蕭 (xiāo). Despite the shared graphic component, the divergent pronunciation indicates that this is a separate lexical item used to specify altitude or a particular quality of wind, rather than a synonym for "desolate wind."

Combines 食 and 蕭. The 食 radical likely serves a phonetic or formal function; there is no established semantic link to ingestion.

This glyph typically signals a specialized atmospheric setting, often carrying connotations of coldness, piercing severity, or isolation. Translators should verify if the context involves verticality (mountains, towers, plateaus), as the character emphasizes the wind's origin and elevation.