お役御免
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Meanings
1
dismissal; firing; being relieved of a post
Formal or euphemistic term for being dismissed or relieved from an official position or duty. Often used in historical or bureaucratic contexts.
When the misconduct came to light, he was dismissed from his post.
He was a shogunate official, but fell from power and was relieved of his duties.
2
discarding; throwing away; becoming useless
Extended figurative use: something or someone is discarded as no longer needed or useful. Often carries a nuance of being cast aside.
The old computer has outlived its usefulness.
That project was scrapped and a new proposal was adopted.