What is another word for Katana?

Pronunciation: [katˈɑːnə] (IPA)

The word "katana" refers to a traditional Japanese sword with a curved blade, which has been used for centuries. There are other names for this sword that are used in different parts of the world. Some examples include the "samurai sword," which is a more commonly-known term in Western countries; the "uchigatana," which refers to a shorter type of katana that has a straighter blade; and the "tachi," which is a similar sword that was worn with the blade facing downwards. Other related terms include the "wakizashi," which is a shorter sword used as a companion to the katana, and the "naginata," which is a polearm with a curved blade similar to the katana.

Synonyms for Katana:

What are the hypernyms for Katana?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    blade, sword, weapon, edged weapon, cold weapon, blade weapon.

Usage examples for Katana

She suspected he had something to do with Bartlett's incredible collection of Japanese Katana.
"Syndrome"
Thomas Hoover
A tall, wiry man of few words, Noda was also his bodyguard, chauffeur, and curator of his museum-quality Katana sword collection.
"Syndrome"
Thomas Hoover
Besides the Katana the samurai carried also a short sword about nine and a half inches long, called wakizashi.
"Japan"
David Murray

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