noun

  1. carapace, shell.
  2. 1st in rank, grade A.
  3. instep, back of hand.
  4. the A party (e.g. in a contract), the first party, plaintiff (label in legal documents).

Variations

Pronunciation Kanji Kana Is Common
こう

Contained Kanji Breakdown

armor, high (voice), A grade
かぶと コウ カン (8th, N1)