() - A type of bamboo used in ancient times

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A type of bamboo used in ancient times for making arrows, specifically mentioned in classical texts for its fine quality.

A type of bamboo used in ancient times

Usage highlights

簬矢簬竹簬材美簬箭簬

Synonyms

  • 箭竹arrow bamboo (general term for bamboo used in arrows)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient text mentions arrows made of fine bamboo (簬矢).
  • This bamboo species was prized for arrow-making (簬竹).
  • Historical records describe the use of this bamboo in weaponry (簬材).

Collocations

  • lù shǐ(簬矢)
  • lù zhú(簬竹)
  • lù cái(簬材)
  • měi lù(美簬)
  • jiàn lù(箭簬)

Idioms

  • lù shǐ zhī cái(簬矢之材)
  • měi lù wéi shǐ(美簬为矢)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Mentioned in classical Chinese texts like the 'Classic of Poetry' as a material for high-quality arrows.
  • Associated with ancient craftsmanship and military equipment in early Chinese history.
  • Represents specialized knowledge of materials in traditional Chinese archery.

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