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The character 桂 is a phono-semantic compound, with the radical 木 on the left indicating its semantic category of trees or wood, and the component 圭 on the right providing its phonetic value. Its primary meaning refers to the fragrant osmanthus, cassia, or cinnamon trees, prized for their aromatic bark and blossoms. Beyond this botanical sense, the character is commonly used in culinary contexts and serves as the standard abbreviation for the Guangxi region in southern China, a usage derived from the historical name of Guilin, which means "forest of osmanthus".
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我闻到桂花香。
桂花茶很好喝。
妈妈买了桂圆干。
广西的桂林很美丽。
桂花糕是传统点心。
桂枝可以用来做中药。
桂皮是一种常见的香料。
秋天的时候，桂花盛开，香气扑鼻。