鏇 (xuàn) - To lathe & to turn on a lathe

鏇Tone 4

xuàn ｜ 19 strokes ｜ radical:

信嫣

鏇 · xuàn

To lathe;

to turn on a lathe;

a lathe;

to polish;

to trim.

To latheto turn on a lathea lathe

Usage highlights

LatheTo turn/latheLathe workerTo lathe metalLathe toolPrecision lathe

Synonyms

  • 车— to lathe; to turn (in machining context)
  • 磨— to grind; to polish

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He is turning a metal part on a lathe (在车床上鏇一个金属零件).
  • This workshop has a precision lathe (这个车间有一台精密鏇床).
  • The craftsman is polishing the jade (工匠正在鏇玉).

Collocations

  • Lathe(鏇床)
  • To turn/lathe(鏇工)
  • Lathe worker(鏇工)
  • To lathe metal(鏇金属)
  • Lathe tool(鏇刀)
  • Precision lathe(精密鏇床)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The character 鏇 is associated with metalworking and precision craftsmanship.
  • It reflects traditional Chinese manufacturing techniques, particularly in metal and jade working.

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