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Bamboo-like ⺮ tendons in the chest 肋
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The character 筋 is a compound combining bamboo (竹) at the top with flesh (月) and strength (力) below, drawing a visual analogy between bamboo's resilient fibers and bodily tissues. It primarily refers to the tendons and sinews connecting muscles to bones, providing the body with mechanical strength and flexibility. The meaning also extends to visible veins beneath the skin, as well as the fibrous ribs or strings found in plant leaves and various materials.
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多动脑筋有好处。
他游泳时腿抽筋了。
锻炼可以强健筋骨。
她用皮筋扎头发。
这面条吃起来很筋道。
面筋是一种常见的食材。
这座桥用了很多钢筋。
炖牛筋需要很长时间。