No. 9,599 in Catalan
jonc
"Jonc" in Catalan means "rush," a type of grass-like plant.
In a sentence
El jonc és una planta que creix en zones humides.
The rush is a plant that grows in wet areas.
In this sentence, 'jonc' refers directly to the plant known as rush, commonly found in wetlands.
Amb el jonc, els artesans creen cistells i altres objectes útils.
With rush, artisans create baskets and other useful items.
Here, 'jonc' represents the material derived from the plant used in craftsmanship.
L'ornament del jardí està fet de jonc trenat.
The garden ornament is made of woven rush.
In this case, 'jonc' again signifies the material, specifically as used in a decorative context.
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