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旁枝
pángzhī
Description
旁枝是从树的主干上长出来的小树枝。
A 旁枝 is a small branch that grows from the main trunk of a tree.
这个词也可以用来说不重要的、次要的部分。
This word can also be used to refer to unimportant or secondary parts.
Meanings
旁枝pángzhī
side branch of a tree
这棵树的旁枝很多。
This tree has many side branches.
旁枝pángzhī
minor or secondary matter
这些都是旁枝，不用太在意。
These are all side issues; don't worry too much about them.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
旁 (side) + 枝 (branch); literally a branch off to the side.
- Nuance
often used figuratively in 旁枝末节 to mean trivial, unimportant details.
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