Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hari-kari
noun
/ˈhärēˈkärē/
Definition
A form of ritual suicide by disembowelment practiced by samurai in Japan.
Examples
- The samurai chose hari-kari as a way to prove his loyalty to his lord.
- In literature, hari-kari is often depicted as a noble act of honor.
Meaning
Hari-kari, also known as seppuku, was historically a method for samurai to restore honor after a disgrace or failure.
Synonyms
- Seppuku
- Ritual suicide
