(literary) the thin membrane inside a reed stem; used to describe a distant relative or a tenuous relationship

Distant relatives; used to describe a very thin or remote kinship connection. Derived from the inner membrane of a reed, symbolizing a fragile or distant bond.

(literary) to blow through a reed pipe, used to describe the transition of seasons or the coming of spring

literally meaning reeds leaning on a jade tree; used as an idiom to describe the lowly associating with the noble, or the weak seeking help from the strong

reeds leaning on a jade tree; used to describe two people of very different status or appearance being together, particularly a lowly person relying on or being seen with someone noble or superior

literally "reeds leaning on a jade tree"; figuratively refers to someone of low status or weak character relying on or associating with someone of noble character or great strength