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缆
lǎn
Description
"缆"是很粗的绳子或线，常常用来拉住船或者做电线。
"缆" is a very thick rope or wire, often used to hold boats or as electrical wires.
我们坐缆车上山的时候，会用到很粗的钢缆。
When we take the cable car up the mountain, we use very thick steel cables.
Meanings
缆lǎn
thick rope or cable
这根缆很粗，很结实。
This cable is thick and sturdy.
缆lǎn
to moor or tie up with a rope
船工把船缆在岸边。
The boatman tied the boat to the shore.
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Notes
- Etymology
纟 (silk/thread radical) + 览, indicating a thick cord or cable.
- Nuance
缆 is thicker and stronger than 绳; often steel cable in modern use.
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