(tiáo) - An ancient name for the reed used in & also used as a variant form of 苕

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tiáo | 5 strokes | radical: 艹

· tiáo

An ancient name for the reed used in making arrow shafts;

also used as a variant form of 苕 (reed, rush).

An ancient name for the reed used inalso used as a variant form of 苕

Usage highlights

Ancient plant nameReed for arrowsVariant of 苕Botanical termHistorical plant reference

Synonyms

  • reed, rush (main character for this meaning)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient text mentioned arrows made from 芀 (芀).
  • This character is a variant of 苕 (芀).
  • Botanical texts reference 芀 as a type of reed (芀).

Collocations

  • Ancient plant name()
  • Reed for arrows()
  • Variant of 苕()
  • Botanical term()
  • Historical plant reference()

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in ancient Chinese texts referring to specific types of reeds used for practical purposes like arrow-making.
  • Considered a variant character form in classical literature and botanical contexts.

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