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生漆
shēngqī
Description
生漆是从漆树里出来的天然的漆，还没有经过加工。
Raw lacquer is the natural lacquer that comes from the lacquer tree and has not been processed yet.
人们用生漆来做漆器，涂在木头上又亮又好看。
People use raw lacquer to make lacquerware; when applied to wood, it is shiny and attractive.
Meanings
生漆shēngqī
raw lacquer; natural sap from the lacquer tree
这个碗上涂了一层生漆。
This bowl is coated with a layer of raw lacquer.
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Notes
- Etymology
生 "raw, unprocessed" + 漆 "lacquer", i.e. lacquer in its natural state.
- Nuance
contrasts with 熟漆 (processed lacquer) and 油漆 (general paint).
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