(xiū) - An ancient term for a type of tree & also used as a rare surname and in

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xiū | 14 strokes | radical:

· xiū

An ancient term for a type of tree;

also used as a rare surname and in personal names.

An ancient term for a type of treealso used as a rare surname and in

Usage highlights

Rare surnameAncient tree nameClassical usage

Synonyms

  • tree (general term)
  • wood, tree

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • This character appears in ancient texts referring to a type of tree (樇木).
  • It can be used as a rare surname (樇姓).
  • Occasionally found in classical Chinese literature (古书中的樇).

Collocations

  • Rare surname(樇姓)
  • Ancient tree name(樇木)
  • Classical usage(古樇)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 樇 is an extremely rare character in modern usage.
  • Primarily appears in classical texts and as an obscure surname.
  • Its usage in personal names is exceptionally uncommon.

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