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典拠 (てんきょ) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
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noun
authority ; source ; reference
Refers to a written work, document, or established source used as evidence or support for a statement, argument, or research. Often used in academic or formal contexts.
Kanji 拠 foothold, based on, follow Similar words 出しゅっ 典てん 出典 refers specifically to the source of a quotation or reference, while 典拠 emphasizes the authority or basis of an argument.
根こん 拠きょ 根拠 means grounds or basis for a claim, often logical or evidential, whereas 典拠 is specifically a written or documented source.
Etymology Compound of 典 (code, rule, standard) and 拠 (basis, grounds). The combination conveys a written standard or authoritative source.
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The authority for this theory lies in classical texts.
