fuchi

/fuˈtɕi/ (Japanese pronunciation)

Definitions

1. noun

A type of Japanese sword mount or hilt

“The museum displayed a collection of fuchi from the Edo period.”

2. noun

In Judo, a gripping point on the sleeve of the judogi

“The judoka grabbed the opponent’s fuchi to execute a throw.”

Synonyms

  • saya
  • tsuka

Antonyms

  • tsuba