太刀
Reading: たち
Meaning: long sword, tachi (type of Japanese sword)
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Example Sentence
武士 は 太刀 を 腰 に 差す
The samurai wears a tachi at his waist.
Usage Notes
A type of traditional Japanese sword that predates the katana. Slightly longer and more curved than a katana.
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