干す【ほす】
Frequency rank: 7,742. – 7,750.
Also乾す【ほす】ほす
- to air; to dry; to desiccate
- to drain (off)
- to drink up
- to deprive of a role, job, etc.usu. in the passive
Godan verb with 'su' ending; transitive verb
Generated: This meaning refers to the act of allowing something to receive fresh air or sunlight in order to become dry or less moist. It can apply to clothes, food, or any object that needs to be dried.
Generated: This usage refers to the act of removing liquid from something, typically food or drinks, to prevent excess moisture or liquid.
Generated: This meaning is used when referring to finishing a drink completely, often implying a sense of eagerness or necessity to finish it.
Generated: This usage involves removing someone from a position or responsibility, often implying a sense of loss of status or function.