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Meaning
Noun
●
An
attack
requiring
the
suicide
of
the one
carrying
it out, especially when done with an aircraft.
●
In History of Japan & World War II:
One who
carries out
a
suicide attack
, especially with an aircraft.
●
In World War II:
A
vehicle
used for a
suicide attack
, especially an aircraft.
●
In World War II:
One who
takes
excessive
risks
,
as for
example
in a
sporting
event.
●
In History of Japan & People:
A
cocktail
made of
equal
parts
vodka
,
triple sec
and
lime
juice.
●
In Surfing:
A
deliberate
wipeout.
Verb
●
In History of Japan & World War II:
To
destroy
(a
ship
, etc.) in a
suicide attack
, especially by
crashing
an aircraft.
●
In History of Japan & World War II:
To
carry out
a
suicide attack
, especially by
crashing
an aircraft.
●
To
fail
disastrously.
Adj
●
Suicidal,
risking
one's
own life.
●
Having or
showing
reckless
disregard
for
safety
or personal welfare.
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Origin
kamikaze
English
神風
Japanese
Sourced from
Etym
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