年ねんが明あける

expression, ichidan verb

one's term of service expires

Archaic expression used for the end of a fixed term of service, such as an apprenticeship or indentured labor. The cross-reference to 年季 suggests a connection to the concept of a fixed period of service.

See also: 年季

• 彼かれは奉ほう公こうの年ねんが明あけて、故こ郷きょうへ帰かえった。

  His term of service ended, and he returned to his hometown.