Word details
削ぐ
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 削ぐ.
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Entry
1
to chip (off); to shave off; to slice off; to cut off
2
to sharpen
3
Word usually written using kana alone
to dampen (one's enthusiasm, interest, etc.); to reduce; to diminish; to weaken; to spoil
Examples
雨のために彼らは気力をそがれた。
The rain dampened their spirits.
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