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expressions (phrases
idiomatic expression
to avenge a defeat;to regain one's honor
Other forms
会稽の恥をすすぐ 【かいけいのはじをすすぐ】
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Godan verb with 'gu' endingtransitive verb
word usually written using kana alone
to rinse;to wash out
esp. 濯ぐ
口をゆすいでください。
Please rinse out your mouth.
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Godan verb with 'gu' endingtransitive verb
word usually written using kana alone
only applies to
すすぐ, そそぐ
to have one's revenge;to wipe out a disgrace
esp. 雪ぐ
彼は汚名をそそいだ。
He vindicated his honor.
Other forms
雪ぐ 【すすぐ】