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[たいまつ(炬)]
taimatsu
noun

Alternate Written Forms:

[たいまつ(松明)]
taimatsu
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[しょう(松)·めい(明)]
shoumei
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[きょ(炬)]
kyo
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English Meaning(s) for 炬

noun
  1. torch (made of pine, bamboo, reed, etc.); flambeau; torchlight (orig. from 焚松 (たきまつ))
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Definition and Synonyms for 炬

Flambeau a flaming torch (such as are used in processions at night)
Synonyms: 松明
Torch a light usually carried in the hand
Synonyms: トーチ, 松, 松明, 炬火, 続松
Balefire a large outdoor fire that is lighted as a signal or in celebration
Synonyms: かがり, 大かがり火, 庭火, 松明, かがり火, 炬火, 焚き火, 門火
Torch consists of some flammable substance
Synonyms: トーチ, 松, 松明, 炬火, 続松

Meanings for each kanji in 炬

» torch; signal fire

Categories 炬 is a member of

Light Source any device serving as a source of illumination
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Torch a light usually carried in the hand
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Fire the event of something burning (often destructive)
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Sample Sentences for 炬

It was identified by telescope as a torch.
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