() - A type of plant & also refers to writing brush or pen in

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yù | 9 strokes | radical: 艹

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A type of plant;

also refers to writing brush or pen in ancient usage.

A type of plantalso refers to writing brush or pen in

Usage highlights

茟草茟笔茟类植物茟药茟木

Synonyms

  • writing brush
  • grass, herb

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient text mentioned a medicinal herb called 茟 (茟草).
  • In classical literature, 茟 sometimes referred to a writing implement (茟笔).
  • Botanists study various plant species including 茟 (茟类植物).

Collocations

  • yù cǎo(茟草)
  • yù bǐ(茟笔)
  • yù lèi zhí wù(茟类植物)
  • yù yào(茟药)
  • yù mù(茟木)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 茟 appears in ancient Chinese texts as both a plant name and writing implement reference.
  • The character reflects the historical connection between plants (herbs) and writing tools in Chinese culture.

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