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骨惜しみ 【ほねおしみ】

  1. [n,vs,vi] sparing oneself; laziness
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Kanji in this word:

Kanji Meanings On Readings Kun Readings Grade
Skeleton, Bone, Remains, Frame コツ ほね 6
Pity, Be Sparing Of, Frugal, Stingy, Regret セキ お.しい, お.しむ