甲骨文“龙”字像一条上下翻腾的龙。龙巨首、长角、大口、长身,是传说中的一种神兽,能兴云降雨。
The oracle bone script form of “龙” resembles a dragon undulating up and down. The dragon,with its colossal head, long horns,large mouth,and elongated body,is a mythical creature believed to be able to summon clouds and bring rainfall.
(文字翻译 张蕊 童林)