noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
Literary or formal term for closing one's eyes, often in a deliberate or solemn manner. Not used for casual blinking.
彼は瞑目して深く考え込んだ。
He closed his eyes and fell into deep thought.
瞑目して静かに祈りを
She closed her eyes and quietly offered a prayer.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
passing away; dying peacefully
Euphemistic or poetic expression for a peaceful death, as if one simply closes one's eyes. Often used in literary or formal contexts.
祖父は家族に見守られながら静かに瞑目した。
My grandfather passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family.