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[はや(囃)·し(子)]
hayashi
noun

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[はやし(囃)]
hayashi
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English Meaning(s) for 囃子

noun
  1. accompaniment for traditional performances (noh, kabuki, etc.); orchestra; band
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Definition and Synonyms for 囃子

Band a thin flat strip of flexible material that is worn around the body or one of the limbs (especially to decorate the body)
Synonyms: バンド, 囃子, 帯, 帯, 徒党, 群れ, 群れる
Band a restraint put around something to hold it together
Synonyms: バンド, はちまき, 囃子, 帯, 帯, 徒党, 群れ, 群れる
Band instrumentalists not including string players
Synonyms: バンド, 囃子, 楽団, 楽隊, 音楽隊

Meanings for each kanji in 囃子

» play (music); accompany; beat time; banter; jeer; applaud
» child; sign of the rat; 11PM-1AM; first sign of Chinese zodiac

Categories 囃子 is a member of

Constraint a device that retards something's motion
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Strip artifact consisting of a narrow flat piece of material
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Musical Group an organization of musicians who perform together
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