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Sepuku

Description:

Sepuku is a traditional Japanese ritual suicide by disembowelment, also known as harakiri. It was historically practiced by samurai to restore their honor or to die with dignity instead of falling into the hands of enemies.

Senses:

Noun (Sense 1):

An elaborate form of suicide used by samurai warriors in feudal Japan, involving self-disembowelment.

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Sample Sentence: The ronin performed sepuku, honoring the code of the samurai even in death.

Noun (Sense 2):

An act of sacrifice or self-destruction to preserve honor or avoid disgrace.

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Sample Sentence: The politician chose sepuku over facing the scandal that would destroy his reputation.

Noun (Sense 3):

A metaphorical use referring to a figurative self-punishment or downfall.

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Sample Sentence: The CEO's unethical actions eventually led to the company's sepuku.