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Kotomora

自じ在ざい

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Meanings

1

noun, na-adjective, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'

freely; at will; as one pleases

Describes the ability to control, move, or use something without restriction. Often used in compounds like 自在に操る or 自由自在.

2

noun

pothook

abbreviation

Abbreviation of 自在鉤 (じざいかぎ), a height-adjustable hook for hanging a pot over a hearth. Rare standalone use; normally encountered as the full compound.

See also: 自在鉤

Usage patterns