Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
seppuku
noun
/sɛpˈpuːkuː/
Definition
Seppuku is a form of ritual suicide by disembowelment, historically practiced by samurai in Japan.
Examples
- The samurai chose seppuku over capture by the enemy.
- In his final moments, he performed seppuku with great dignity.
Meaning
The act of seppuku is often seen as a way to restore honor after disgrace or failure.
Synonyms
- hara-kiri
- ritual suicide
