敵人
also: てきにん
Meanings
1
archaic
Archaic term for an enemy or opponent, especially in battle or competition. In modern Japanese, 敵 (てき) is used instead.
In old war tales, warriors are depicted striking down their enemies.
The word 敵人 is hardly ever used in modern times.
2
opposing party in a lawsuit
archaic
Archaic legal term for the opposing party in a lawsuit. This usage is obsolete and not found in contemporary Japanese.
In Edo-period court records, the expression 敵人 can sometimes be seen.