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ancient state; Shu Han; short for Sichuan
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesnoun
the ancient state of Shu; Zhou Dynasty vassal state
archaicHistorical term for a state during the Zhou Dynasty, located in the area of modern Chengdu, Sichuan.
The State of Shu was a vassal state during the Zhou Dynasty.
In modern Sichuan, you can find many relics of the ancient State of Shu.
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The poet Li Bai once wrote poems about the land of Shu.
Archaeologists discovered bronze artifacts from the ancient State of Shu.
The culture of the Shu region has a long history.
noun
the Shu Han kingdom; one of the Three Kingdoms
archaicRefers to the state of Shu Han (221–263 CE) founded by Liu Bei during the Three Kingdoms period, with its capital in Chengdu.
Zhuge Liang was the chancellor of Shu Han.
Wei, Shu, and Wu were the three rival states during the Three Kingdoms period.
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"Romance of the Three Kingdoms" details the history of Shu Han.
Liu Bei established the Shu Han regime.
Shu Han's army was known for its strict discipline.
noun
short name for Sichuan Province
formalCommonly used as an abbreviation for Sichuan in formal contexts, place names, and certain compound terms.
Shu brocade is a specialty product of Sichuan.
The land of Chuan-Shu (Sichuan) is rich in products.
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He plans to travel to Sichuan this summer.
The idiom 'a dog in Sichuan barks at the sun' is related to Sichuan's climate.
The mailing address on this document is 10 Shunan Road.