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The character 粱 is a phono-semantic compound: the grain radical 米 at the bottom classifies it among cereal crops and food staples, while the upper portion serves as the phonetic. It denotes fine millet, high-quality varieties considered a superior, nutritious food in classical times, distinct from coarser grains. Because of this association with premium food, 粱 often appears in historical and literary contexts to symbolize abundance, wealth, and luxurious diets, embodying the pinnacle of agricultural refinement rather than a mere staple.
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高粱是一种粮食。
农民种植高粱。
高粱可以酿酒。
我们吃高粱米饭。
这种高粱产量很高。
高粱杆可以用来造纸。
在干旱地区，高粱是重要作物。
研究人员培育了新型高粱品种。
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