In literature, the word "fan" appears with a rich array of meanings that shift between its literal physical form and a more metaphorical or symbolic function. Writers employ it to denote an object used for cooling or as a graceful accessory in social settings—as when a character delicately waves a fan to conceal emotion or signal status [1, 2, 3]—while in other contexts it becomes an active metaphor for igniting or sustaining passion, as in the act of fanning a flame or even a burgeoning idea [4, 5, 6, 7]. Additionally, the term’s historical and linguistic roots are explored through its appearance in early texts and etymological entries, connecting its practical uses to emblematic gestures in battle or ritual [8, 9, 10]. This versatile word thus weaves together themes of refinement, transformation, and the elemental interplay between fire and air.