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noun
A large-sized Japanese longsword, having a long handle suitable for multiple two-handed grip positions.
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noun
Any large long sword used in Japan prior to development of the katana.
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History
Borrowed from Japanese 野太刀 (nodachi, literally “field tachi”).
