noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
deformity; disability; physical defect
Refers to a physical deformity or disability. This sense is sensitive; it can be considered blunt or outdated in modern usage. More neutral terms like 障害 (しょうがい) are often preferred.
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
closing phrase in a letter; word written at the end of a letter
A set phrase used at the end of a letter, similar to 'with kind regards' or 'sincerely'. It is a formal, somewhat old-fashioned epistolary convention.
That old book contains descriptions of congenital deformities.
I closed the letter by writing 'fugu' at the end.
disabled person; handicapped person
不具 is a Sino-Japanese compound of 不 (not) and 具 (equipped, complete), literally meaning 'not fully equipped' or 'incomplete', which gave rise to the sense of physical deformity. The epistolary use likely derives from a humble expression of inadequacy.