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Kotomora

逼ひっ塞そく

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Meanings

1

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

being trapped; having no way out

Describes a situation where one is cornered or stuck with no escape. Often used in literary or formal contexts.

2

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

withdrawal from society due to financial hardship

Specifically refers to retreating from public life because of money troubles. Rare, somewhat old-fashioned usage.

3

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

house arrest (Edo period)

historical term

Historical term for confinement to one's residence as a punishment during the Edo period.