Synonyms for
Gui
Definition
Gui is a type of wood from a tree native to East Asia, used for making furniture.
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Common collocations
- plain gui
- ugly gui
- handsome gui
- striking gui
- gentle gui
- kind gui
- stern gui
Word family
noun gui
Usage note
Gui is an archaic and literary term for a person's face or countenance. It is rarely used in modern English except in specific literary contexts or for stylistic effect.
Example sentences
- The table was made of gui wood.
- Gui is a popular choice for crafting wooden furniture.
- The gui tree is native to East Asia.
- Gui wood is known for its durability and beautiful grain.
- The gui tree is also used for making musical instruments.
Quotes
"In the East, white wood is used for making furniture. The wood known as gui is used for making coffins. Those who are absolutely destitute have to make do with coffins made of straw. Such a coffin is called the 'strawbag coffin.'" - Lu Xun
"To keep the body in good health is a duty... otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear." - Buddha
"The gui wood will be polished, and the people will be pleased." - Confucius