穿つ
Reading: うがつ
Meaning: to pierce; to drill; to bore
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Example Sentence
壁 に 穴 を 穿つ 作業
The work of drilling holes in the wall.
Usage Notes
Used for making holes by drilling or piercing. Can also be used figuratively for seeing through deception.
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