noun
arrow shaft
Refers to the shaft of an arrow, typically made of thin bamboo.
矢がらは細い竹で作られることが多い。
Arrow shafts are often made of thin bamboo.
noun
cornetfish
A long, slender marine fish; the name comes from its resemblance to an arrow shaft.
矢がらは細長い体が特徴の魚だ。
The cornetfish is a fish characterized by its long, slender body.
Alternate kanji for arrow shaft; less common.
From 矢 (arrow) + 柄 (shaft, handle). The fish name is a metaphorical extension based on the long, thin shape.