noun
Only with reading いっかく
Refers to a physical corner, a section of a place, or a part of a larger whole. Often used with 〜の一角.
公園の一角に小さな池がある。
There is a small pond in one corner of the park.
彼
He plays a part in one section of the organization.
noun
one horn
Only with reading いっかく
Literal meaning: a single horn. Used for animals or mythical creatures.
一角獣は額に一角を持つ伝説の生き物だ。
The unicorn is a legendary creature with one horn on its forehead.
noun
pillar; key member
Metaphorical use: a prominent or important part of a group, system, or field. Often used in phrases like 〜の一角を占める or 〜の一角を成す.
彼は学界の一角を占める研究者だ。
He is a researcher who occupies a prominent position in the academic world.
noun
first corner
Horse racing term: the first turn of the track.
その馬は一角を回ったところで先頭に立った。
The horse took the lead as it rounded the first corner.
noun
narwhal
The animal Monodon monoceros. Usually written in katakana as イッカク.
イッカクは北極海に生息する鯨の一種だ。
The narwhal is a type of whale that lives in the Arctic Ocean.