Shirabe

こし

Common Noun counter family or surname
English jmdict
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counter archaic counter for swords, hakama, obi, etc. worn around the waist
2
counter archaic only applies to こし counter for quivers of arrows
English jmnedict
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Koshi

ごし

Noun
English jmdict
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noun posture;position;pose;attitude
English jmdict
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expressions (phrasesIchidan verb to settle down (and deal with something);to concentrate all one's energy (on something)
彼はその仕事に腰を据えている。
He has settled down to the job.
2
expressions (phrasesIchidan verb to settle oneself (in a place);to settle down (somewhere);to settle in
3
expressions (phrasesIchidan verb to take a solid stance;to lower one's center of gravity (centre)
Other forms 腰をすえる 【こしをすえる】