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定石
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 定石.
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Entry
1
standard practice; playing by the book; established tactic; formula
Examples
それは定石通りというだけで、手を抜いたわけではないのです。
That's just standard practise, it's not like they're cutting corners.
2
Go (game)
joseki (jōseki); standard sequence of moves (esp. in a corner)
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