きる【ひきしぼる】

Frequency rank: 14,457. – 14,502.
    Godan verb with 'ru' ending; transitive verb
  1. to draw (a bow) to the limit
  2. to pull tight; to squeeze tight; to clasp
  3. to strain (voice)
Forms
  • きる【ひきしぼる】Frequency rank: 14,457. – 14,502.
  • きしぼる【ひきしぼる】
  • る【ひきしぼる】
  • ひきしぼる
Generated definitions (experimental)
  1. to draw (a bow) to the limit
    2. This refers to the action of pulling a bowstring to its maximum length before releasing an arrow.
    I drew the bow to the limit and released the arrow.
  2. to pull tight; to squeeze tight; to clasp
    3. This meaning is used when tightening or clasping something firmly.
    I pulled tight the bag's string and securely tied it.
  3. to strain (voice)
    4. This usage describes the act of straining or exerting pressure on one's voice.
    When speaking on the airplane, you need to strain your voice.
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