澀

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Pronunciation

Peng'im: siab4
POJ: siap
Variety: chaozhou

Meanings and usage

adjective: astringent; tart, stingy; miserly (Southern Min)
澀

Besides the general 'astringent' taste sense, the same reading also covers a Southern-Min-specific 'stingy/miserly' sense; unclear which is more relevant as the primary headword gloss.

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