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Meaning: basket for removing earth
💡 Imagine a 'lí' berry basket, but for earth removal.
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梩 (lí) meaning in English —

梩 (lí) represents an ancient bamboo basket used for carrying earth, often mentioned in classical texts like the Mozi. Composed of 木 (tree) and 里 (inside), it evokes a woven container for removing soil. Its rarity in modern usage makes it a fascinating relic of ancient Chinese labor tools.

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