檇
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Meaning: wooden pestle or rammer
💡 Wooden pestle with a bird on top—imagine a bird ramming seeds.
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Character Story & Explanation
The character 檇 (zuì) depicts a wooden pestle or rammer, an ancient tool for pounding or tamping. Composed of 木 (wood) and 隹 (short-tailed bird), the bird element may hint at the sound or a bird-like motion of the tool. This rare character is primarily used in classical texts, reflecting agrarian and construction practices.
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