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愛刀 (あいとう) Japanese meaning | Kotomora

愛あい刀とう

Meanings

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noun

favorite sword; cherished sword

Refers to a sword one is particularly fond of, often used in historical or martial arts contexts.

彼かれは愛あい刀とうを手て入いれしながら、戦たたかいの日ひ々びを思おもい出だしていた。
He recalled the days of battle while caring for his cherished sword.

Kanji

愛love, affection, favourite
刀sword, saber, knife

Etymology

Compound of 愛 (love, affection) and 刀 (sword). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the word is conventionally associated with a personally treasured blade.