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Definition
Grain that is not fully grown; withered grain or husks.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the empty or shriveled husks of grain that fail to develop fully. It is a highly literary or technical term that is rarely used in casual daily conversation. Most native speakers would describe these as 空殼 or 廢穀 instead.
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Common mistake
Do not use this word in everyday speech to describe things that are just small or poor quality, as it is strictly reserved for agricultural contexts involving crops.
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Grammar guides
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