hatamotono
1. Of a hereditary military class; Of a banner-bearer
Noun
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1. Of a hereditary military class; Of a banner-bearer
1. shogunal vassal; direct retainer of a shogun
1. hatamoto-yakko; samurai bandits, organized into gangs, who wore flamboyant clothing and engaged in violent and antisocial behaviour (Edo period) — explanation
1. the shogun's eighty thousand guards, comprising hatamoto and lower-ranking vassals
1. Not a retainer.; Not one of my men.
1. Was not a banner-bearer.; Was not a direct retainer.
1. If/when a banner-bearer…; If/when a direct retainer…
1. If a banner-bearer…; When a banner-bearer…
1. Probably a retainer.; Probably a direct vassal.
1. Not a retainer.; Not one of my men.