JMdict: 1250730
敬遠 【けいえん】
- [n,vs,vt] pretending to respect (someone) while in fact staying distant; keeping at arm's length; giving a wide berth
- [n,vs,vt] avoiding (something unpleasant); shying away from
- [n,vs,vt] giving (the batter) an "intentional walk"
Kanji in this word:
Kanji | Meanings | On Readings | Kun Readings |
---|---|---|---|
敬 | Awe, Respect, Honor, Revere | ケイ, キョウ | うやま.う |
遠 | Distant, Far | エン, オン | とお.い |