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second volume (in a two-volume set); third volume (in a three-volume set); last volume
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upward compatible; forward compatible; compatible with input or components intended for higher tier or later systems, versions, etc.
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Incorrect usage
downward compatible; backward compatible; compatible with input or components intended for lower tier or older systems, versions, etc.
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Slang
providing the same function while being less effective (esp. in games)
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lodger; roomer
Examples
隣の下宿人は月3万円ぐらいで暮らしている。
The lodger next door lives on about 30,000 yen a month.
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burning low; waning; declining
Examples
化学業界はすべてが下火になるまで再投資を控えています。
Chemical companies are waiting until everything dies down before reinvesting.
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lower house; lower legislative chamber
Examples
イギリス国会は下院と上院とに分かれている。
The British Parliament is divided into the House of Commons and the House of Lords.
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care for patients with bedpans, urinary bottles, etc.
Examples
会ったばかりの患者の下の世話をするのは大変なお仕事だ。
Taking care of the excretory needs of a patient you've just met is a very demanding job.
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Idiomatic expression
loving something but being very bad at it
Examples
私のテニスは下手の横好きだ。
I like playing tennis, though I'm not very good at it.
