腕貫
Meanings
1
arm glove; arm warmer; sleevelet
A tube-like cloth accessory worn on the forearm, often for warmth or fashion, similar to fingerless sleeves.
In cold seasons, I can't do without arm warmers.
2
Rare or archaic use for a bracelet; modern Japanese normally uses ブレスレット.
In old documents, 腕貫 can refer to a bracelet.
3
leather thread on a sword guard or pommel
Historical term for a leather cord wrapped around the guard or pommel of a Japanese sword.
The leather thread on the sword was used to prevent the hand from slipping on the hilt.
4
hole in the butt end of a Chinese spear
Very rare, historical term for a hole at the base of a Chinese spear shaft.
The hole at the butt end of a Chinese spear is sometimes called 腕貫.