Definitions

1. noun

A Chinese character representing a hollow tube or a bell. Also refers to a loud, clear sound.

“The monk rang the ko of the temple bell to signal the start of meditation.”

2. noun

A move in the board game Go, typically creating a situation in which an opponent is forced to capture a group of stones, often resulting in a loss of territory.

“The player made a clever ko to trap his opponent’s stones and win the game.”

3. noun

A Buddhist term referring to the sound of an empty pot or an echo, often used to describe the silence after a long period of speech.

“The ko of the empty hall was a poignant reminder of the stillness in nature.”