たいしょう

Adjective

 * 1)  symmetrical

Noun

 * 1)  object
 * 2)  contrast, comparison
 * 3)  symmetry
 * 4)  a caravan
 * 5)  crushing victory
 * 6)  first prize
 * 7)  (military rank) general, admiral
 * 8)  uproarious laughter

Proper noun

 * 1)  the Taishō era (1912–1926)