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軍足 (ぐんそく) Japanese meaning | Kotomora

軍ぐん足そく

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Meanings

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noun

soldier's socks; military socks

Refers to the thick, durable socks issued to soldiers. In modern contexts, may also refer to similar heavy-duty socks used for outdoor activities.

祖そ父ふは軍ぐん足そくを履はいて戦せん地ちへ行いった。
My grandfather wore soldier's socks when he went to the battlefield.

Kanji

軍army, force, troops
足leg, foot, be sufficient

Etymology

Compound of 軍 (gun, 'military') and 足 (soku, 'foot' or 'leg'), literally 'military foot(gear)'. The exact derivation is uncertain, but it clearly refers to socks used by soldiers.