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tachimochi

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A rikishi who participates in the dohyo-iri ceremony of a yokozuna by carrying a sword behind him.

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History

Etymology

From Japanese 太刀持ち (tachimochi, “sword bearer”).

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  • Japanese: 太刀持ち (tachimochi) — rikishi who participates in the dohyo-iri ceremony