行司溜 (ぎょうじだまり) Japanese meaning | KotomoraMeanings
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noun
referee's waiting place (sumo)
sumo
In sumo, the designated spot near the dohyō where the gyōji (referee) waits before and between matches.
collect, gather, be in arrears
Similar words
- 行司
Refers to the sumo referee himself, while 行司溜 is the specific waiting area for the referee.
- 土俵
The sumo ring where matches take place; 行司溜 is located just outside the ring.
Etymology
Compound of 行司 (gyōji, 'sumo referee') and 溜まり (tamari, 'gathering place, waiting area'), with rendaku voicing of たまり to だまり.
