() - A type of gourd or melon & also refers to a type of ladle made

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A type of gourd or melon;

also refers to a type of ladle made from a gourd.

A type of gourd or melonalso refers to a type of ladle made

Usage highlights

gourd ladlegourd vesselgourd plantgourd vinedried gourd

Synonyms

  • ladle made from dried gourd
  • 葫芦bottle gourd

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The gourd ladle (瓟勺) was used in ancient times.
  • He cultivated various gourds (瓟类植物).
  • The vessel was made from a dried gourd (瓟器).

Collocations

  • gourd ladle(瓟勺)
  • gourd vessel(瓟器)
  • gourd plant(瓟类植物)
  • gourd vine(瓟藤)
  • dried gourd(干瓟)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Historically used as containers and utensils due to the natural hollow shape of gourds.
  • Gourds have symbolic meaning in Chinese culture, representing longevity and good fortune.

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