- to check (in chess)
- to threaten (someone's position, etc.); to close in (on someone)idiomatic expression
expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.); Ichidan verb
Generated: This meaning refers specifically to the situation in a chess game where a player's king is in direct threat of being captured on the next move, indicating that immediate action is needed to avoid losing the game.
Generated: In a more general usage, this meaning describes the act of posing a threat to someone's situation or position, often used in contexts beyond chess, such as confrontational scenarios or competitive environments.