Samurai Meaning
/ˈsæm(j)ʊɹaɪ/Definition, CEFR level C2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounIn feudal Japan, a soldier who served a daimyo.
Sentence Examples
A samurai in the Edo era carried two swords.
A samurai, even when he has not eaten, uses a toothpick like a lord.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The ancient ____ wore heavy armor and fought skillfully with a long katana.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ warrior followed a strict code of honor known as bushido throughout his life.
Word Origin & History
Borrowed from Japanese 侍 (samurai).
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The ancient ____ wore heavy armor and fought skillfully with a long katana.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ warrior followed a strict code of honor known as bushido throughout his life.