大年
also: おおどし
Meanings
1
archaic
Archaic term for New Year's Eve, equivalent to modern 大晦日 (おおみそか). Found in classical literature and historical contexts.
See also: 大晦日
In old documents, 大年 is used with the same meaning as 大晦日 (New Year's Eve).
2
archaic
Archaic name for the planet Jupiter, used in historical astronomical or astrological contexts. Modern Japanese uses 木星 (もくせい).
See also: 太歳 (たいさい)
In Edo-period astronomy books, 大年 sometimes refers to the planet Jupiter.