nodachi

English

Etymology

Borrowed from Japanese 野太刀 (nodachi, literally “field tachi”).

Noun

nodachi (plural nodachi or nodachis)

1. A large-sized Japanese longsword, having a long handle suitable for multiple two-handed grip positions.
2. Any large long sword used in Japan prior to development of the katana.

Synonyms

• odachi

Coordinate terms

• naginata
• tachi

Japanese

Romanization

nodachi

1. Rōmaji transcription of のだち