to build, forge, or construct (furniture, wells, or ironware)

to combine; to join; to go into partnership with others

to fetch or draw (water); to buy (oil, vinegar, or tickets)

(bound form) food; meals; board; also used as an abbreviation for 伙食 huǒ​shí

to build, forge, or construct (furniture, wells, or ironware)

(bound form) a companion; a partner; a colleague; also formerly referred to an assistant or shop clerk