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Jyutpinghaa1 gau2
Yalehā gáu
Definition
A woven bamboo trap or nest used for catching shrimp.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a traditional funnel-shaped basket trap made of bamboo or wire mesh. It is commonly associated with rural life or traditional fishing practices in the New Territories. While modern plastic traps are now more common, the term remains the standard way to describe this specific type of gear.
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