1
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
life
1
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
beginning;start;first step
とても魅力的な人に初めて会って、話の糸口を見つけるのは、たいていかなり難しいものだ。
People usually find it very difficult to break the ice when they meet someone extremely attractive for the first time.
2
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
clue;lead;hint
わずかなヒントを糸口にして、正しいこたえを見つけた。
He took a slight hint as the start and found the correct answer.
3
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
thread end
Other forms
緒 【いとぐち】 · 絲口 【いとぐち】 (word containing out-dated kanji or kanji usage)
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noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
cord;strap;thong
勝って兜の緒を締めよ。
You must keep up your guard even after a victory.
2
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
string (of a musical instrument, bow, etc.)
1
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
beginning;inception