禦
禦
17 strokes
Meanings
defend
protect
resist
ward off
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
ギョ
ゴ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
ふせ.ぐ
Common Words
1
to defend against; to protect against
Examples
塩は魚が腐るのを防ぐ。
Salt preserves fish from spoilage.
2
to prevent; to avert; to avoid
1
defense; defence; safeguard; protection
Examples
その市の防御は堅固だ。
The defenses of the city are strong.
1
control (of a machine, device, etc.)
Examples
オレ自身を制御する力を失い始める。
I begin to lose control of myself.
2
control (over an opponent, one's emotions, etc.); governing; management; suppression; keeping in check
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