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Definition of Japan - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
geographycountry in East Asia
- Japan is known for its rich culture and advanced technology.
2.
monarchyRare constitutional monarchy known for electronics and carsRare
- Japan's monarchy is one of the oldest in the world.
Expressions with Japan
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manufactured in Japan
This car is made in Japan.
part of the Pacific Ocean between Japan, Russia, and Korea
The Sea of Japan is known for its deep waters and marine biodiversity..
the date marking Allied victory over Japan in WWII
Victory over Japan Day is celebrated on September 2.
warm ocean current flowing northeastward off the coast of Japan
The Japan current affects the climate of nearby regions.
organization overseeing horse racing in Japan
The Japan Racing Association regulates all major horse races in the country.
yellow wax used in making candles and polishes
They used Japan wax to make the candles.
pale, firm lipid from Asian sumac fruit, used for candles, soap, polish
Japan tallow helped make the candle burn longer and shine leather boots.
Origin of Japan
Chinese, Cipangu (origin of the sun)
Terms with Japan included in their meaning
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Japanese work
animated work from Japan, regardless of style
botany
tree bearing Asian pears, often grown in Japan
Japanese tradition
ritual of preparing and drinking tea in Japan
Japan
member of the Japanese military aristocracy
animal
large aquatic salamander native to China and Japan
shopping
store selling secondhand goods, especially in Japan
fish
type of large decorative fish from Japan
history
supreme military leader in feudal Japan
Japanese history
military dictator in Japan during the period from 1185 to 1868
Japanese city
city in Japan known for its car industry
Japanese outcast
social outcast in historical Japan
acr: Golden Week
series of holidays in Japan celebrated in spring
Japanese mythology
mythical tortoise-like creature in Japan
historical Japan
Japanese woman embracing Western fashion post-WWI
Pandalus eous
species of shrimp valued in Japan
Tokyo
former name of Tokyo, Japan's capital city
Kyoto
nickname for the city of Kyoto, Japan
japanese tv
prime time for television in Japan
local town
former city in Kumamoto, Japan, now part of Amakusa
brand
term used in brand or company names for Japan
Japan
the head of a prefecture in Japan
culture
language of indigenous people living in northern Japan
abr: Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University
university in Japan focused on Asia Pacific studies
geography
city in Kamikawa Subprefecture Hokkaido Japan
Examples of Japan in a sentence
The cuisine in Japan is world-renowned. Japan exports many high-tech gadgets. Tourists flock to Japan for cherry blossoms.
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- French:Japon, ...
- German:Japan, ...
- Italian:Giappone, ...
- Spanish:Japón, ...
- Portuguese:Japão, ...
- Chinese:日本, ...
- Japanese:日本, ...
- Arabic:يَابَان, اليابان, ...
- Hebrew:יַפָּן, ...
- Russian:Япония, ...
- Ukrainian:Японія, ...
- Hindi:जापान, ...
Definition of japan - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
craftDated lacquerware with glossy black finishDated
- The museum displayed exquisite japan from the 18th century.
2.
artDated work decorated and varnished in Japanese styleDated
- The box was a fine piece of japan.
Verb
varnishingDated cover with a hard shiny coatingDated
- They will japan the box for a glossy finish.
Images of japan
lacquerware with glossy black finish 
work decorated and varnished in Japanese style
Expressions with japan
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shiny black coating used on wood or metal
The antique table was covered in black japan.
Origin of japan
Chinese, Cipangu (land of the rising sun)
Examples of japan in a sentence
The auction featured rare pieces of japan. The museum displayed an exquisite piece of japan. She admired the intricate japan on the cabinet. They japan the metal trim to prevent rust. She japanned the box for a museum display.
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- French:laque, japanner, ...
- German:Japanarbeiten, lackieren, ...
- Italian:lacca giapponese, laccare, ...
- Spanish:lacado, barnizar, ...
- Portuguese:japão, envernizar, ...
- Chinese:漆器, 上漆, ...
- Japanese:ジャパン, 漆塗りする, ...
- Arabic:أواني مَطْلِيَة بِاللَك, طَلَى, ...
- Hebrew:כְּלֵי לַקָּה יְפָנִית, לְלַקֵּר, ...
- Russian:лакированные изделия, покрывать лаком, ...
- Ukrainian:лаковий виріб, лакувати, ...
- Hindi:जापान, वार्निश करना, ...
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