Chen Collection, Middle Volume Radical: Tree (mù) Kangxi stroke count: 7 Page 511, Entry 02 Pronounced wu. According to the Explaining Graphs and Analyzing Characters (Shuowen Jiezi), it is a tool used for plastering. In the Qin region, it is called wu, while in the regions east of the pass, it is called man. The Erya: Interpretation of Palaces states that a trowel is called a wu. Note: A plastering trowel. According to the Expanded Rhymes (Zengyun), it is a tool for applying plaster or mortar. Sometimes written in a variant form (wu). Also written in a variant form (wu). Additionally, pronounced hu. Additionally, pronounced wu (falling-rising tone). The meaning is the same. Textual research: Explaining Graphs and Analyzing Characters (Shuowen Jiezi): A tool used for plastering. In the Qin region, it is called wu, while in the regions east of the pass, it is called man. Erya: Interpretation of Palaces: A trowel is called a wu. Note: A plastering trowel.