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Kotomora

突つっ掛かける

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Meanings

1

ichidan verb, transitive verb

slip on (footwear)

Used for quickly or casually putting on slippers, sandals, or other slip-on footwear, often without fastening.

2

ichidan verb, transitive verb

bash into; hit against

Describes accidentally striking a part of one's body, especially a leg or foot, against something while moving.

3

ichidan verb, transitive verb

push down before opponent stands (sumo)

Sumo-specific term: to push or force one's opponent down while they are still rising or off balance, before they can fully stand.

Usage patterns