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rusu
noun, suru verb, no adjective

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English Meaning(s) for 留守

noun, suru verb, no adjective
  1. absence; being away from home
noun, suru verb
  1. house-sitting; house-sitter
noun
  1. being left unattended to (of one's studies, etc.); neglecting (usu. as お留守になる)

Definition and Synonyms for 留守

Absence failure to be present
Synonyms: 不参, 不在, 欠勤, 欠場, 欠席, 留守

Meanings for each kanji in 留守

» detain; fasten; halt; stop
» guard; protect; defend; obey

Categories 留守 is a member of

Nonattendance the failure to attend
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 留守

Sample Sentences for 留守

In all likelihood, they'll be away for a week.
I was away from home all through the summer vacation.
When I called at his house, he was absent.
They are all away on holiday this week.
Who will look after the baby while they're out?

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