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Kōba

/koʊˈbɑː/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A place or location that serves as a base or foundation for activities.

    "The research team set up their kōba in the heart of the forest."
  2. 2

    A term used in Japanese to denote a specific area designated for a particular purpose.

    "The kōba for the festival was decorated with colorful banners."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'kōba' originates from the Japanese language, where it refers to a specific type of place or location, often associated with a base or a foundation. The word has evolved in usage within various contexts, including cultural and geographical references, since its first recorded use in the Edo period (1603-1868).

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