储
store up; crown prince
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesverb
to store up; to save; to hoard
Commonly used in the context of money, goods, or resources being kept for future use.
Farmers store grain in autumn to get through the winter.
This huge water tank is used to store water.
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Squirrels stored many pine cones in the tree hollow.
He has a large sum of savings in the bank.
We need to stock up on some emergency medicines.
noun
crown prince; heir apparent; heir to the throne
formalPrimarily used in historical contexts or discussions regarding royalty.
The King announced the establishment of his eldest son as Crown Prince.
This young Crown Prince is deeply loved by the people.
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The Crown Prince will visit the neighboring country on behalf of the royal family.
In monarchies, the position of the heir apparent is very important.
In history, the struggles over deposing or appointing an heir were intense.
noun
a surname
Used as a Chinese family name.
Hello, my surname is Chu; just call me Xiao Chu.
Mr. Chu is our new neighbor.
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In China, the surname Chu is relatively rare.
The author of this book is Chu Anping.
Please give this document to Miss Chu.