ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Katana

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /kəˈtɑnə/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Katana is a noun meaning (weaponry) A type of Japanese longsword, having a single edge and slight curvature, historically used by samurai and ninja.

Meaning

(weaponry) A type of Japanese longsword, having a single edge and slight curvature, historically used by samurai and ninja.

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Related Words

Related dictionary entries include tachi, wakizashi, uchigatana, tsurugi, cutlass, shortsword.

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