Meanings
Expression
Verb (5-dan, る)
1. to become tense; to become serious; to become sober
Pre-noun adjective
Expression
2. sobering; bracing
Kanji used
one's body
pull
tighten
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Composed of
body; oneself; one's place; one's position; main part; meat (as opposed to bone, skin, etc.)
to become tense; to be tightened; to become firm (e.g. body)