Definition of Samurai

Warriors of pre-modern Japan

Examples of Samurai in a sentence

Japanese Samurai warriors of the Edo period were the highest ranking class from the 1600-1800s.  🔊

The samurai used not only a sword, but a range of weapons to protect Japan.  🔊

Loyalty to one’s master as well as self-discipline were key principles that guided the life of the Japanese Samurai.  🔊

Led by the shogun, the Samurai specialized in the unconventional warfare that made him a high commodity in Japan.  🔊

As a samurai, the Japanese warrior led his country into a fierce battle and defeated the enemy.  🔊

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