(zhū) - A type of crab & also used in classical Chinese texts, possibly referring

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zhū | 21 strokes | radical:

· zhū

A type of crab;

also used in classical Chinese texts, possibly referring to a specific species of crab or crustacean.

A type of crabalso used in classical Chinese texts, possibly referring

Usage highlights

A type of crabMarine creatureCrab species

Synonyms

  • crab (general term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The crab (蠩) is a type of crustacean.
  • Ancient texts mention the 蠩.
  • Some regional dialects may use 蠩 for certain crabs.

Collocations

  • A type of crab()
  • Marine creature(海蠩)
  • Crab species(蠩类)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical Chinese texts and dictionaries.
  • Refers to a specific type of crab in ancient biological classifications.

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