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kubotan.

A small baton-like rod constituting a self-defense tool; its principal use is in applying uncomfortable holds to someone when subduing them.

7 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. A small baton-like rod constituting a self-defense tool; its principal use is in applying uncomfortable holds to someone when subduing them.

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Genericized trademark from Kubotan.

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Last enriched 2026-09-10. Definitions are in English. Romanizations are shown when supplied by the source; syllable estimates are omitted for unsupported scripts.