- to bite
- to chew; to gnaw; to masticate
- to fumble one's words (esp. during a play, broadcast, etc.); to falter with one's words; to stutter; to stammer
- to crash against (e.g. of waves); to break onto (shore)
- to engage (of cogs, zippers, etc.); to mesh; to fit together
- to be involved insee also
- to convince; to persuadearchaismused by Edo period prostitutes
Godan verb with 'mu' ending; transitive verb
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- to bite
- to chew; to gnaw; to masticate
- to fumble one's words (esp. during a play, broadcast, etc.); to falter with one's words; to stutter; to stammer
- to crash against (e.g. of waves); to break onto (shore)
- to engage (of cogs, zippers, etc.); to mesh; to fit together
- to be involved in
- to convince; to persuade
This meaning refers to using the teeth to grip or tear something, often in a physical sense.
This meaning relates to the action of breaking down food with the teeth before swallowing.
This meaning describes someone struggling to articulate their thoughts or words, especially in public speaking scenarios.
This meaning involves waves hitting the shore or other surfaces, indicating impact or collision.
This meaning indicates mechanical parts working together or fitting properly.
This meaning refers to being a part of a situation or activity.
This meaning involves the act of influencing someone’s thoughts or beliefs.
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"I don't think she's an opponent you can ignore like that ..." "That's right, they say a cornered rat bites back, don't they?"
While on a mountain trip, I was chewing on some hard, stale bread when I happened upon a huge snake.
It is most important to chew your food, whether vegetable or meat, before you swallow it.