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Tōkatsu-dantai

/toʊˈkɑːtsu ˈdɑːnˌtaɪ/
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  1. 1

    A specialized organization or group in Japan that focuses on a particular field or activity.

    "The tōkatsu-dantai was established to promote research and development in renewable energy."
  2. 2

    An association formed for the purpose of collaboration among experts in a specific area.

    "Members of the tōkatsu-dantai convened to discuss advancements in technology."

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The term 'tōkatsu-dantai' originates from Japanese, where 'tōkatsu' means 'specialized' and 'dantai' means 'group' or 'organization'. It reflects the evolution of organizational structures in Japan, particularly in the context of specialized groups formed for specific purposes.

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