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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

tanto

/tæntoʊ/ noun · British & US
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What does tanto mean?

noun

A tanto is a type of Japanese sword with a curved, single-edged blade. It is often used for cutting and slashing.

Example

"The samurai wielded his tanto with precision and skill."

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