lồ ô
Definition
- Noun:
- A species of bamboo: Specifically refers to a type of bamboo with long internodes, belonging to the genus Bambusa, often found in Southeast Asia. It is characterized by its straight, tall culms and is commonly used in construction and handicrafts.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Hàng rào được làm bằng lồ ô rất chắc chắn. (The fence made from lồ ô bamboo is very sturdy.)
- Lồ ô mọc thành từng khóm dày đặc. (Lồ ô bamboo grows in dense clumps.)
- Thân lồ ô thẳng và dài, thích hợp để đan lát. (The lồ ô culm is straight and long, suitable for weaving.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is used specifically in botanical and agricultural contexts to distinguish this species from other types of bamboo, such as or .
- It is often referenced in the context of sustainable materials and traditional Vietnamese craftsmanship.
Variants and Related Words
- Cây lồ ô (n): plant/tree. This phrase specifies the living plant.
- Cây lồ ô thường được trồng để lấy nguyên liệu. (The lồ ô plant is often cultivated for raw materials.)
Synonyms
- Bamboo: The general term for plants in the subfamily Bambusoideae.
- Long-internode bamboo: A descriptive term highlighting its key characteristic.
Related Terms
- Tre (n): A common term for larger, woody bamboo species.
- Nứa (n): A term for a smaller, thinner-walled bamboo species.
- Măng (n): Bamboo shoot, the edible sprout of bamboo plants.