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[こう()·(使)]
koushi
noun, suru verb

English Meaning(s) for 行使

noun, suru verb
  1. use; exercise (of one's right, authority, power, etc.)

Definition and Synonyms for 行使

Employ put into service
Synonyms: 使う, 使用, 働く, 働かす, 働かせる, 利する, 利用, 役する, 役立つ, 役立てる, 用いる, 行使, 運用
Employ make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
Synonyms: 使う, 使用, 働く, 働かす, 働かせる, 利する, 利用, 役する, 役立つ, 役立てる, 用いる, 行使, 運用

Meanings for each kanji in 行使

» going; journey
» use

Stroke Order Diagrams for 行使

Sample Sentences for 行使

I wish to exercise my right to remain silent.
The widespread application of administrative guidance is considered to be a uniquely Japanese practice in which bureaucrats exert authority, without any legal backing, telling the private sector what to do and what not to do.
The President vetoed the bill, but Congress overrode his veto.
This group passes out information on such things as travel and health care, and encourages its members to vote on issues that affect this age group such as legislation regulating the insurance industry, medical care and housing.
Can you justify the use of violence?

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