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親しん近きん

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Meanings

1

noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb

bonding; becoming closer; familiarity

Refers to the process or state of developing a close, familiar relationship. Often used with する to mean 'to become close' or 'to bond'.

2

noun

close relation; close relative; close friend

Refers to a person with whom one has a close relationship, such as a relative or friend. More common in written or formal contexts.

3

noun

personal retainer; close aide

historical term

Historical term for a personal attendant or retainer in a lord's service. Not used in modern Japanese outside historical contexts.

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