胴

Torso, trunk, or the main body of an object

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胴体 torso

胴回り waist measurement

1 Noun

Torso / Waist

Refers specifically to the trunk of a human or animal body, excluding the head and limbs.

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彼は胴が長い。

He has a long torso.

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2 Noun

Body / Frame (of an object)

Denotes the hollow, resonant body of musical instruments or the central hull of ships and aircraft.

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3 Noun

Plastron (Kendo Armor)

The distinct chest protector worn in Kendo, or the specific scoring strike targeting the torso.

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胴

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Torso, trunk, or the main body of an object

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