- sorcerer (in ancient China); (hermit) wizardhistorical term
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
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- sorcerer (in ancient China)
- (hermit) wizard
In ancient China, "方士" referred to sorcerers who were believed to have special powers or knowledge.
"方士" can also refer to a hermit wizard, someone who is skilled in magical practices and chooses to live in seclusion.
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