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業物 (わざもの) Japanese meaning | Kotomora

業わざ物もの

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Meanings

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noun

sharp sword; well-made blade

Refers to a sword of excellent sharpness and quality, often used in historical or martial contexts.

彼かれは業わざ物ものの刀かたなを手てに入いれた。
He obtained a sharp, well-made sword.

Kanji

業business, vocation, arts
物thing, object, matter

Similar words

名めい刀とう
名刀 is a more common term for a famous or excellent sword, while 業物 specifically emphasizes sharpness and cutting ability.

Etymology

The term 業物 (わざもの) is composed of 業 (わざ, 'work' or 'skill') and 物 (もの, 'thing'), literally meaning 'a thing of skill'. It is traditionally used to describe a sword that is exceptionally sharp and well-crafted. The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but it is associated with the appreciation of fine blades in Japanese culture.