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罐 is a phono-semantic compound with the radical 缶 on the left, indicating an earthenware or pottery vessel, and 雚 on the right, providing the phonetic element. This structure points to its original meaning: a jar or pot for storing liquids or substances. Today, the term extends to modern containers like metal cans and glass jars, though its composition still reflects the historical connection to ceramic ware.
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我买了一个罐子。
罐子里有糖果。
请打开那个罐头。
易拉罐很方便。
他把钱存进储蓄罐。
这个玻璃罐是用来装饼干的。
如果你有易拉罐，可以回收它们。
那个锈迹斑斑的铁罐曾经装过茶叶。