Fuji

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Definition

Proper noun 1. Mount Fuji: An iconic, dormant volcano located on Honshu Island, Japan. It is the highest mountain in Japan, celebrated for its nearly symmetrical, snow-capped cone shape. It is considered a sacred site and a cultural symbol of Japan. * Mount Fuji is a UNESCO World Heritage site. * Many people climb Fuji during the summer season.

  1. A variety of Japanese cherry tree (Prunus incisa): A specific type of ornamental cherry tree native to Japan, known for its shrub-like growth and delicate pale pink blossoms that appear in early spring.
    • The Fuji cherry tree blooms beautifully in our garden.
    • We planted a Fuji for its early spring flowers.
Usage Notes
  • When referring to the mountain, it is almost always called "Mount Fuji" or "Fuji-san" in English. Using just "Fuji" is common but slightly informal.
  • When referring to the cherry tree, it is typically called the "Fuji cherry" to avoid confusion with the mountain.
Examples
  • Referring to the mountain:
    • The view of Fuji from Lake Kawaguchiko is breathtaking.
    • Fuji has not erupted since 1707.
  • Referring to the tree:
    • The Fuji in the park is already in full bloom.
    • Fuji cherries are prized for their hardiness and early flowering.
Advanced Usage
  • "Fujiyama": An alternate, though less common, name for Mount Fuji in English.
  • Cultural Reference: "Fuji" is often used metonymically to represent Japan itself or ideals of beauty and perfection.
    • The artist's work captured the spirit of Fuji.
Variants and Related Words
  • Fuji apple: A popular cultivar of apple, originating in Japan, known for its sweetness and crisp texture. (Note: This is a distinct meaning from the mountain or tree).
  • Fujisan: The Japanese name for Mount Fuji, incorporating the honorific "-san".
  • Fuji cherry tree: The full common name for the species.
Synonyms
  • For the mountain: Mount Fuji, Fujiyama, Fujisan.
  • For the tree: Fuji cherry, .
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • As iconic as Fuji: Used to describe something that is the quintessential symbol of a place or concept.
    • For many, the Eiffel Tower is as iconic as Fuji is for Japan.
Noun
  1. an extinct volcano in south central Honshu that is the highest peak in Japan; last erupted in 1707; famous for its symmetrical snow-capped peak; a sacred mountain and site for pilgrimages
  2. shrubby Japanese cherry tree having pale pink blossoms

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