カン, あ.えて, あ.えない, あ.えず

daring, brave, bold

JLPT1 G7 S12 F1859

The relevant bronzeware inscription form is # (contain) + an element combining two hands and a slash indicating a cover → dare to remove covered or contained objects of great value → *daring*; *brave* (← daring attempt).

[Full Kanji Etymology List]