檊 (gàn) - A large piece of wood & a log
檊 · gàn
A large piece of wood;
a log;
a trunk;
also refers to a type of tree.
A large piece of wooda loga trunk
Usage highlights
large logwood trunktree typesolid woodlog material
Usage & contexts
Examples
- They used a thick log (大檊) to build the cabin.
- The carpenter selected a sturdy trunk (檊木) for the project.
- This type of tree (檊树) is known for its durability.
Collocations
- large log(大檊)
- wood trunk(檊木)
- tree type(檊树)
- solid wood(坚檊)
- log material(檊材)
Cultural background
FAQ- 檊 is a relatively rare character in modern usage, primarily appearing in classical or specialized texts.
- The character's composition with the wood radical (木) clearly indicates its association with trees and wood.
- In historical contexts, it might refer to specific types of timber used in construction or carpentry.