Word details
見送る
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 見送る.
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Entry
1
to see (someone) off; to escort
Examples
両親は空港まで私を見送ってくれた。
My parents came to the airport to see me off.
2
to watch (someone or something) go out of sight; to follow with one's eyes; to gaze after
Examples
私たちは彼が見えなくなるまで見送った。
We watched him until he was out of sight.
3
to let (a bus, pitch, etc.) go by; to let pass; to pass up (an opportunity)
Examples
彼に会う機会を見送った。
I passed up an opportunity to see him.
4
to postpone; to put off; to shelve; to leave (as it is)
Examples
昇進が見送られた女には働く励みがない。
She had no incentive to work after she was refused a promotion.
5
to take care of (someone) until death; to attend (someone's) funeral; to bury
6
Stock market
to hold off (buying or selling); to wait and see
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