Definitions

1. noun

A guan is a type of bird, specifically a member of the Cracidae family.

“The forest was home to a guan that was known for its loud, distinctive call.”

2. noun

Guan can also refer to a type of container or a traditional Chinese-style door.

“The antique dealer sold a beautiful, intricately carved guan to the collector.”

3. noun

In some contexts, guan is used as a shortened form of guanabana, which refers to the soursop fruit.

“The tourist tried the exotic guanabana at the local market, but found it too acidic.”