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Kotomora

棆

camphor tree

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Readings

On'yomi

  • リン

Kun'yomi

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Meaning

棆 refers specifically to the camphor tree, a type of tree known for its aromatic wood and oil.

Study

Etymology

棆 combines 木 (tree) with 侖, which likely contributes the sound リン. The character was created to name the camphor tree specifically.

Meaning mnemonic

The left side is 木 (tree), and the right side 侖 looks like a person under a roof with a book. Imagine a camphor tree growing beside a scholar's study, its scent drifting through the window.

Reading mnemonic

For リン, picture a ring of camphor trees around a garden: ring -> リン, and the trees form a fragrant circle.