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English word origin

Etymology of obi

Borrowed from Japanese 帯 (obi, “belt”).

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Source etymology 1

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noun

A sash worn with a kimono. · A strip of paper looped around a book or other product.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Borrowed from Japanese 帯 (obi, “belt”).

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  • Borrowed-form mention帯ja
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