石磨压石磨壓
Term · Pressing and forms
stone-pressed
Literal meaning
stone-mill press
Definition#
Traditional pressing with a heavy carved stone placed on the steamed leaf in a cloth bag, often stood or rocked on by the worker. It gives a looser, irregular cake with a knotted dimple on the back where the bag was tied.
Translation and usage#
| Language | Use | Alternatives & cautions |
|---|---|---|
| English | stone-pressed pressed with a stone weight translation |
Also acceptable
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| Deutsch | steingepresst mit Steingewicht gepresst translation |
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| Русский | каменный пресс прессовка каменным жерновом (ши мо я) translation |
Also acceptable
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| 简体字 | 石磨压 | |
| 繁體字 | 石磨壓 | Regional usage
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| 日本語 | 石の重しによる圧製 |
Common confusions#
- 石磨 vs 石模 spelling varies; 'mill' in the literal gloss is misleading — no grinding occurs.