suru verb (special), intransitive verb
to wash one's hair or body; to bathe
Archaic literary verb. In modern Japanese, 浴びる or 洗う are used instead.
古語では「沐する」は髪や体を洗うことを意味した。
In classical language, 沐する meant to wash one's hair or body.
suru verb (special), intransitive verb
to receive a favor or blessing
Archaic figurative use, often in the context of receiving divine grace or a ruler's favor. Not used in modern conversation.
「恩恵に沐する」という表現は古典に見られる。
The expression 恩恵に沐する is found in classical texts.