Formal or literary term for a small path or lane, similar to 小道 but more bookish. Often used in descriptive or poetic contexts.
See also: 小道
We strolled along a path through the forest.
The lane led into the old townscape.
noun-modifying (irregular)
small diameter; small caliber
Technical or descriptive term for something having a small diameter, such as pipes, wires, or circular objects. Used prenominally (e.g., 小径の).
This machine is suitable for processing small-diameter pipes.
A special tool is needed to tighten small-diameter bolts.
Standard kanji form for both 'path' and 'small diameter' senses.
Rarely used kanji form; 逕 is an uncommon variant of 径.
Compound of 小 (small) and 径 (path, diameter). The 'path' sense is a straightforward kanji combination; the 'diameter' sense is a technical extension of 径.