"kubotan" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: kubotans [plural]
Etymology: A genericized trademark from Kubotan; see history at Wikipedia. Head templates: {{en-noun}} kubotan (plural kubotans)
  1. A small baton-like rod constituting a self-defense tool; its principal use is in applying uncomfortable holds to someone when subduing them. Related terms: mace (english: club), mace (english: spray), pepper spray, tactical pen

Inflected forms

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