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Kotomora

弓ゆみ引ひく

ゆ
み
ひ
く

Meanings

1

godan verb (-ku), intransitive verb

bend a bow; shoot an arrow

Literally drawing a bow to shoot an arrow. Used in historical or martial contexts.

2

godan verb (-ku), intransitive verb

rise up against; rebel against

Figurative extension: to turn one's weapon (bow) against a superior or authority. Archaic or literary feel; modern Japanese would more often use 反逆する or 歯向かう.