Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hara-kiri
Noun
huh-rah-kee-ree
Definition
A form of ritual suicide by disembowelment, traditionally practiced by samurai in Japan as a means of restoring honor.
Examples
- After facing defeat, the samurai chose hara-kiri to regain his lost honor.
- In literature, hara-kiri is often depicted as a noble choice in times of crisis.
Meaning
Hara-kiri is an act of voluntary death performed for honor, often in response to disgrace or failure.
Synonyms
- Seppuku
- Suicide
