zhú​qiān

bamboo skewer

zhú​qiān bamboo skewer

  1. bamboo
    (bound form) bamboo; generally called 竹子 zhú​zi
  2. skewer or toothpick
    A thin, sharp-pointed piece of bamboo, wood, or plastic, such as a skewer or a toothpick.

zhú​qiān bamboo slip

  1. bamboo
    (bound form) bamboo; generally called 竹子 zhú​zi
  2. bamboo sliver
    A small, thin piece of bamboo or wood, often used for divination, gambling, or as a counting tool; also refers to the inscribed sticks used to seek divine guidance.