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Taisho
[ tahy-shaw ]
noun
, Japanese History.
- the designation of the period of the reign of Emperor Yoshihito, 1912–26.
Taisho
/ taɪˈʃəʊ /
noun
- the period of Japanese history and artistic style associated with the reign of Emperor Yoshihito (1912–26)
- the throne name of Yoshihito (1879–1926), emperor of Japan (1912–26)
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Word History and Origins
Origin of Taisho1
< Japanese taishō < Middle Chinese, equivalent to Chinese dà great + zhèng right(ness)
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Example Sentences
Turning to the young prince, Taisho whispered, "Ah ga si khatla?"
From Project Gutenberg
Peking, the 25th day of the 5th month of the 4th year of Taisho.
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