odachi

Noun

Meaning

A long, large Japanese sword.

A long Japanese sword built like the katana but longer (about 4 to 6 feet long), for combat on horseback.

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Examples

He is referring to the katana in this, and refers to the nodachi and the odachi as "extra-long swords". Source: Internet

Citizens are not allowed to possess an odachi unless it is for ceremonial purposes. Source: Internet

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