(róng) - A type of small monkey, specifically the marmoset & soft fur or down

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róng | 9 strokes | radical:

· róng

A type of small monkey, specifically the marmoset;

soft fur or down;

sometimes used to refer to squirrel fur in historical texts.

A type of small monkey, specifically the marmosetsoft fur or downsometimes used to refer to squirrel fur in

Usage highlights

marmosetmarmoset furmarmoset fur decorationsquirrel hair brushgolden lion tamarincotton

Synonyms

  • monkey (general term)
  • ape (larger primate)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The marmoset is a small primate (狨猴).
  • In ancient times, officials wore hats decorated with marmoset fur (狨座).
  • This brush is made from soft squirrel hair (狨毫).

Collocations

  • marmoset(狨猴)
  • marmoset fur(狨毛)
  • marmoset fur decoration(狨座)
  • squirrel hair brush(狨毫)
  • golden lion tamarin(金狮狨)
  • cotton-top tamarin(棉顶狨)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In ancient China, marmoset fur was used to decorate official hats and chairs, symbolizing status.
  • The character appears in classical texts describing rare animals and luxury materials.

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