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There are two xi1 (dusk) in it, one on the other, so it means 'many'. It is also a Chinese last name.

Pronunciation: duo1

Meaning: many; much; more; excessive; much more; how.

Related Characters:
     Shao3 - few (the antonym of duo1)

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