To have an incurable passion or obsession for natural landscapes, especially mountains and waters, to the point of being unable to give it up.
他自幼便对山水情有独钟，隐居山林后，更是泉石膏肓，乐此不疲。
He has been particularly fond of mountains and rivers since childhood. After becoming a recluse in the mountains, he developed an incurable passion for natural landscapes, enjoying them tirelessly.
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During the Tang Dynasty, when Emperor Gaozong visited Mount Song, a recluse named Tian Youyan came to pay his respects. Emperor Gaozong asked Tian Youyan, "Sir, do you find it pleasant to cultivate your way here in the mountains?"
Tian Youyan replied, "I am extremely fond of the natural scenery of mountains, forests, springs, and rocks; in fact, I am incurably addicted to them. Therefore, I feel utterly carefree and at ease."
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