Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ronin
noun
/ˈroʊ.nɪn/
Definition
A ronin is a masterless samurai in feudal Japan who either lost their lord or was abandoned by them and had no new lord to serve.
Examples
- The ronin wandered the countryside in search of purpose.
- In many stories, the ronin is portrayed as a tragic hero, battling personal demons.
- During the Edo period, many samurai became ronin due to the end of feudal wars.
Meaning
The term is often associated with a warrior who roams the country, either seeking work or living as a wandering knight.
Synonyms
- masterless samurai
- wandering warrior
