脇
side; aside; armpit; secondary
Kanji 2112
side; aside; armpit; secondary
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Synopsis
Using 脇, we can discuss carrying a book under one’s arm, taking one’s eyes off the road while driving, making a beeline for food at a party, and being singlemindedly absorbed in pottery. The meaning “secondary” opens our eyes to sauces, companies, and weapons that serve as “supporting actors,” as well as buildings that play second fiddle to more important structures.
Revision history:
Sept. 28, 2023: p. 10: Changed the sample sentence that shows figurative usage because it didn't quite make sense.
May 12, 2022: Originally published.
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