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Kotomora

袖そで下した

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Meanings

1

noun

bottom of the sleeve

archaic

Archaic term for the lower edge or opening of a sleeve.

2

noun

height of the sleeve (of traditional Japanese clothing)

Refers to the vertical length of a sleeve in traditional garments like kimono.

3

noun

secret; secret bribe

Euphemistic use, likely related to hiding something in one's sleeve. Compare 袖の下.

See also: 袖の下