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bamboo
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The phono-semantic compound 篜 uses the semantic radical 竹 on top, indicating its bamboo material, above the phonetic component 烝, which gives it the pronunciation zhēng. This structure forms a character meaning a bamboo basket or steamer used for cooking over boiling water. The radical 竹 categorizes the implement by its woven bamboo construction, while 烝, which itself relates to rising steam or winter sacrifices, provides the sound and reinforces the semantic link to steaming.