槻 (guī) - Zelkova tree — a type of hardwood tree & used in woodworking and historically for making bows.

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Zelkova tree — a type of hardwood tree native to East Asia, particularly Japan;

used in woodworking and historically for making bows.

Zelkova tree — a type of hardwood treeused in woodworking and historically for making bows.

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Zelkova treeZelkova woodAncient zelkovaZelkova bowZelkova groveZelkova leaf

Synonyms

  • 榉— Zelkova (Chinese term for the same tree species)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The zelkova tree (槻木) is known for its strong wood.
  • This furniture is made from zelkova wood (槻材).
  • There is an ancient zelkova tree (古槻) in the temple grounds.
  • Zelkova wood is prized for bow-making (弓槻).

Collocations

  • Zelkova tree(槻木)
  • Zelkova wood(槻材)
  • Ancient zelkova(古槻)
  • Zelkova bow(弓槻)
  • Zelkova grove(槻林)
  • Zelkova leaf(槻葉)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Zelkova trees (槻) are highly valued in Japanese culture for their strong, durable wood used in traditional construction and crafts.
  • The wood was historically used for making bows in Japan, giving the character martial connotations.
  • Ancient zelkova trees are often preserved as natural monuments at shrines and temples in Japan.

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