Lingaku瞑す【めいす】
Alsoめいす
- to close one's eyes; to sleepsee also 瞑する
- to rest in peacesee also 瞑する
su verb - precursor to the modern suru; intransitive verb
Generated: This meaning refers to the act of shutting the eyes in preparation for sleep or rest. It can be used in contexts where someone is about to fall asleep or is already asleep.
He is tired, so he is closing his eyes and resting.
Generated: This meaning is often used in a more somber context, referring to the final state of peaceful rest after death. It is a respectful way to acknowledge someone who has passed away.
She quietly closed her eyes and entered eternal rest yesterday.