Japanese

まもり
Meaning: protection; defense; amulet
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

守
り

Example sentences

We hired new soldiers to strengthen the castle's defenses.
島民たちは、伝統的な祭りを守り続けている。
The islanders continue to protect their traditional festivals.
敵軍の攻撃に備えて、城の守りを固めた。
In preparation for the enemy army's attack, we strengthened the castle's defenses.
この城の守りは堅固だ。
The defense of this castle is solid.
家の守りを固めたので、後顧之憂なく旅に出ることができる。
Now that I've secured the house's defenses, I can go on a journey without any worries about what I'm leaving behind.
この城は湯池鉄城の守りを誇っていた
This castle boasted an impregnable defense

Usage Notes

Refers to the act of protecting, defensive measures, or a lucky charm (omamori).

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