樟 (zhāng) - Camphor — refers to the camphor tree (Cinnamomum

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Camphor — refers to the camphor tree (Cinnamomum camphora), a large evergreen tree native to East Asia, known for its aromatic wood and the production of camphor.

Camphor — refers to the camphor tree (Cinnamomum

Usage highlights

Camphor treeCamphor woodCamphorCamphor oilCamphor chestCamphor grove

Synonyms

  • 香樟— Fragrant camphor (common name for the tree)
  • 樟木— Camphor wood (refers to the timber)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The camphor tree (樟树) provides valuable timber.
  • Camphor oil (樟脑油) is extracted from the wood.
  • This chest is made of camphor wood (樟木).
  • Camphor is used as an insect repellent (樟脑).

Collocations

  • Camphor tree(樟树)
  • Camphor wood(樟木)
  • Camphor(樟脑)
  • Camphor oil(樟脑油)
  • Camphor chest(樟木箱)
  • Camphor grove(樟林)

Idioms

  • As solid as camphor wood(坚如樟木)
  • The fragrance of camphor endures(樟香永存)
  • A thousand-year camphor tree(千年樟树)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The camphor tree is culturally significant in parts of China, Japan, and Taiwan, often associated with longevity, protection, and resilience.
  • Its aromatic and durable wood has been used for centuries to make furniture, chests, and religious artifacts, valued for its insect-repelling properties.
  • Large, ancient camphor trees are sometimes considered sacred or are protected as natural monuments.

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