榧 (fěi) - Chinese torreya (Torreya grandis) & a type of evergreen tree native to China,

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Chinese torreya (Torreya grandis);

a type of evergreen tree native to China, valued for its edible nuts and durable wood.

Chinese torreya (Torreya grandis)a type of evergreen tree native to China,

Usage highlights

Torreya nutTorreya treeTorreya woodChinese torreyaRoasted torreyaTorreya forest

Synonyms

  • 香榧— Fragrant torreya (specific variety)
  • 榧树— Torreya tree

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The torreya nut (榧子) is a traditional snack in China.
  • This antique box is made of torreya wood (榧木).
  • He planted several torreya trees (榧树) on his property.
  • Torreya nuts are often roasted before eating (炒榧子).

Collocations

  • Torreya nut(榧子)
  • Torreya tree(榧树)
  • Torreya wood(榧木)
  • Chinese torreya(香榧)
  • Roasted torreya(炒榧)
  • Torreya forest(榧林)

Idioms

  • As firm as a torreya tree(坚如榧木)
  • Torreya's subtle fragrance(榧香幽远)
  • Ancient torreya's longevity(古榧长青)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Torreya nuts have been consumed in China for over 2,000 years and are mentioned in ancient texts.
  • The wood is highly valued for making Go boards (围棋盘) due to its fine grain and acoustic properties.
  • In traditional Chinese medicine, torreya nuts are believed to have vermifuge properties.
  • Ancient torreya trees are often protected as cultural heritage in Zhejiang and Anhui provinces.

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