noun

  1. wick, marrow, staple (for stapler), (pencil) lead, stuffing, pith.
  2. core, heart, center.
  3. pistil (of a flower).
  4. stamen.

Variations

Pronunciation Kanji Kana Is Common
しん

Contained Kanji Breakdown

wick
シン (11th)
grass, grass radical (no. 140)
heart, mind, spirit
こころ シン (2nd, N4)