noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
unusual form; variant; different shape
Refers to something that deviates from the standard or expected form, such as a variant kanji, kana, or physical shape. Often used in linguistic or descriptive contexts.
この漢字の変体はほとんど使われない。
This variant form of the kanji is rarely used.
変体仮名は現代ではあまり見かけない。
Hentaigana are not often seen in modern times.