Small combining form of katakana ユ (yu) used in 拗音 (yōon) morae that end in u, such as シュ (shu), チュ (chu), and キュ (kyu). Historically not distinguished from full-size version.

public bathhouse

a female given name

Alternative form of 湯呑み

a female given name

a female given name

Vermilion Bird

湯桶: A lacquerware container with a spout for holding broth or tea for consumption after a meal; a type of tea caddy shaped like a pail.

(dated) A lacquerware container with a spout for holding broth or tea for consumption after a meal. / (dated) A type of tea caddy shaped like a pail.

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