猯 (tuān) - Badger — refers to various species of badgers,
猯 · tuān
Badger — refers to various species of badgers, particularly the hog badger or ferret-badger found in East Asia.
Badger — refers to various species of badgers,
Usage highlights
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Synonyms
- 獾— badger (more common character for badger)
Usage & contexts
Examples
- The hog badger (猪猯) is found in forested areas.
- Badger fur (猯毛) was historically used in some regions.
- The ferret-badger (鼬猯) is a smaller species.
- Badger habitat (猯栖息地) is being protected.
Collocations
- hog badger(猪猯)
- ferret-badger(鼬猯)
- badger fur(猯毛)
- badger skin(猯皮)
- badger habitat(猯栖息地)
- badger species(猯类)
Cultural background
FAQ- The character 猯 specifically refers to badger species native to East Asia.
- In traditional Chinese culture, badgers were sometimes associated with cunning or nocturnal wisdom.
- Badger parts were occasionally used in traditional medicine, though this practice is now rare.