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けじめ けじめ

  1. difference (between two things); distinction
  2. proper conduct (according to social or moral norms); sense of propriety
  3. accountability; taking clear responsibility (for a fault or failing)
  4. boundary; dividing point

けじめを付ける けじめをつける

  1. to discriminate; to distinguish; to draw a line (between); to make a clear distinction (between); to make it clear where one stands
  2. to bring to an end; to settle (a matter) once and for all
  3. to take responsibility (for)

活け締め いけじめ

  1. draining blood from a live fish (from above the gills and at the base of the tail) to keep it fresh
  2. fasting fish for several days to preserve flavour and quality (and reduce mortality during transport)
  3. fish killed in a fishtank; killing fish in a fishtank (immediately before cooking)
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