片刃

かたば

Also written かたは

Meanings

1. Noun, の-adjective single edge (e.g. sword blade); single bevel (e.g. kitchen knife) See also: 諸刃 (りょうば).

Kanji

• 片 one side. Read as かた.
• 刃 blade. Read as は.

Example sentences

• 鋭い舌は絶えず用いることによって、ますます鋭利になる片刃の道具である。
  A sharp tongue is the only edged tool that grows keener with constant use.

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