High-level art and literature that is hard for common people to appreciate; refers originally to refined melodies from the state of 楚国 chǔ​guó

The name of a specific classical musical composition, said to have originated in the Spring and Autumn Period or the state of 楚国 chǔ​guó

A Yuan dynasty anthology of lyrics and songs (Sanqu) compiled by Yang Chaoying, containing both minor airs (Xiaoling) and song sets (Taoshu)