鼥 (bá) - A marmot & specifically refers to the bobak marmot (Marmota bobak),

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A marmot;

specifically refers to the bobak marmot (Marmota bobak), a type of large ground squirrel found in Central Asia.

A marmotspecifically refers to the bobak marmot (Marmota bobak),

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Synonyms

  • 旱獭— marmot (more common term)
  • 土拨鼠— groundhog/marmot (colloquial)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The bobak marmot (旱鼥) is native to the steppes of Central Asia.
  • Marmots (鼥鼠) are known for their burrowing behavior.
  • The fur of the marmot (鼥毛) is sometimes used in traditional clothing.

Collocations

  • bobak marmot(旱鼥)
  • marmot fur(鼥毛)
  • marmot hole(鼥穴)
  • marmot species(鼥鼠)
  • steppe marmot(草原鼥)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The character 鼥 appears in classical Chinese texts describing animals of the northern regions.
  • Marmots have been historically significant in some Central Asian cultures for their fur and as a food source.
  • In traditional Chinese medicine, marmot parts were occasionally used, though this is not common.

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