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[とう(灯)·しん(心)]
toushin
noun

Alternate Written Forms:

[とう(灯)·しん(芯)]
toushin
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[とう(燈)·しん(心)]
toushin
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[とう(燈)·しん(芯)]
toushin
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Root Words:

[とう(灯) + しん(心)]
tou + shin

English Meaning(s) for 灯心

noun
  1. (lamp) wick
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Definition and Synonyms for 灯心

Taper a loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame
Synonyms: 灯心

Meanings for each kanji in 灯心

» lamp; a light; light; counter for lights
» heart; mind; spirit; heart radical (no. 61)

Categories 灯心 is a member of

Cord a line made of twisted fibers or threads
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