nodachi
English
Etymology
Borrowed from Japanese 野太刀 (nodachi, のだち) (literally, field big blade)
Noun
nodachi (plural nodachi or nodachis)
- A large long Japanese sword, having a long handle suitable for multiple two handed grip positions.
- A pre-katana style large long sword.
Synonyms
- odachi
Coordinate terms
- naginata
- tachi
Japanese
Romanization
nodachi
- Rōmaji transcription of のだち