垆
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Meaning: clay
💡 Think 'lú' as 'loom' of earth—clay shaped into a vessel.
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Character Story & Explanation
垆 (lú) depicts earthenware or clay soil, often used in ancient Chinese contexts for wine vessels or black clay. Its radical 土 (earth) emphasizes connection to the land. In classical poetry, 垆 symbolizes rustic simplicity and traditional craftsmanship, reflecting the Chinese worldview of harmony between human artifacts and nature.
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