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shakuhachi

Pronunciation: /ˌʃakʊˈhatʃi/

Definition of shakuhachi

noun (plural shakuhachis)

  • a Japanese bamboo flute, held vertically when played.

Origin:

late 19th century: Japanese, from shaku, a measure of length (approx. 0.33 metre) + hachi 'eight (tenths)'

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