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The character "莱", originating from its traditional form "萊", is structured with the grass radical atop the phonetic component "来", classifying it as a plant while providing auditory guidance. Initially denoting specific wild grasses such as goosefoot, it appeared in early texts to describe weedy or fallow fields. Over time, its meaning extended to encompass overgrown areas in general, which facilitated its incorporation into geographical names that conjure images of lush greenery. The phonetic element "来" remains largely dissociated from semantic contribution, and the character has preserved its botanical core despite the increased prevalence in toponymic applications.
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这是著名的莱茵河。
莱昂是我的好朋友。
我们去蓬莱旅游吧。
莱卡相机非常昂贵。
莱芜的经济发展很快。
莱茵河是欧洲的重要河流。
我听说蓬莱是个美丽的地方。
莱昂纳多主演了许多精彩电影。