also: とりゅう
dragon-slaying
Literary or mythological term for the act of slaying a dragon. Often used in fantasy contexts or as a metaphor for a heroic feat.
The legend tells a story of dragon-slaying by a hero.
Kawasaki Ki-45 (WWII heavy fighter)
Nickname for the Kawasaki Ki-45, a twin-engine heavy fighter used by the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II. The name 'Dragon Slayer' was given by Allied forces.
The 'Dragon Slayer' was a twin-engine fighter used by the Japanese Army during World War II.
Alternate reading とりゅう; less common than とりょう.
Variant using 龍 (traditional form of dragon).
Alternate reading とりゅう with traditional dragon kanji.
From 屠 (to slaughter) + 竜/龍 (dragon). The aircraft nickname is a direct translation of the Japanese name.