koto

Definitions

1. A special ward in Tokyo prefecture, Japan.
2. Alternative spelling of Koto.
   alt-of, alternative
3. A Japanese stringed instrument having numerous strings, usually seven or thirteen, that are stretched over a convex wooden sounding board and are plucked with three plectra, worn on the thumb, index finger, and middle finger of one hand.

Equivalents

Examples

“Seated on the soft carpet with their drinks, they listened to a recording of koto, Japanese thirteen-string harp.”

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