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kamikaze

 

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Noun kamikaze has 2 senses
  1. kamikaze - a fighter plane used for suicide missions by Japanese pilots in World War II
    --1 is a kind of
    fighter, fighter aircraft, attack aircraft
  2. kamikaze - a pilot trained and willing to cause a suicidal crash
    --2 is a kind of
    pilot, airplane pilot

Definitions from the Web

Kamikaze

Definition:

Kamikaze is a Japanese term that refers to a person or action characterized by a fearless or reckless disregard for personal safety, often in a military context.

Possible Parts of Speech:

  • Noun
  • Adjective

Senses and Usages:

  • Sense 1 (Noun):
    • Refers to a Japanese pilot who volunteered to undertake suicide missions during World War II; specifically, those who flew their aircrafts into enemy targets.
    • Sample Sentence 1: The kamikaze pilot aimed his plane at the enemy battleship, ready to make the ultimate sacrifice for his country.
    • Sample Sentence 2: During the war, kamikaze pilots played a significant role in Japan's military strategy.
  • Sense 2 (Adjective):
    • Describes a reckless or self-destructive action, often without concern for the consequences.
    • Sample Sentence 1: His kamikaze stunt on a motorcycle left the audience speechless but horrified at the same time.
    • Sample Sentence 2: Samantha's kamikaze decision to quit her job without any backup plan surprised everyone.

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