(1)[ lotus stem]. Such as: eggplant house (that is, "lotus". Separated by a solid outer bract, such as a room, hence the name)
2 preach "lotus" [lotus]. Such as: eggplant bag (a delicate small bag, commonly known as purse. What do you have with you, spare change or something)
(3) transliteration of words. Like cigars
Didn't you study Jia at that time? I'm really sorry if the answer is wrong.