expression, godan verb (-ru)
return home in glory; come back a hero
Idiomatic expression meaning to return to one's hometown or home country after achieving great success, often with honors or wealth. The literal image is of adorning oneself with brocade. Used in formal or literary contexts.
彼は故郷に錦を飾るために、都会で必死に働いた。
He worked desperately in the city to return home in glory.
I dream of the day I succeed and come back a hero.