This kanji means a state, province, sandbank, or shoals.

on readings:
  • shū
kun readings:
  • su
examples:
Honshū Honshu (one of the 4 main Japanese Islands)
Kyushū Kyushu (another of the 4 main Japanese Islands)

links:
Wiktionary
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Last Alteration Performed: 16 March 2024 by Bradley James Wogsland.