Han

  1. Proper noun.  the ancient dynasty in the mainland China, dated 206 (B.C.E.) - 220 (C.E.) around the Parthian times, and marked by the stable feudal system, and the fusion of Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism.
  2. Proper noun.  the Chinese population and culture, as distinguished from the surroundings, especially in ancient times.

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