noun
- Plural of bushido; the code of honor and conduct followed by samurai in feudal Japan, emphasizing loyalty, discipline, and martial skill.
Usage: Often used in historical or cultural contexts; May refer to multiple instances or interpretations of the code
Examples
- The samurai followed strict bushidos that governed every aspect of their lives.
- Different clans had their own variations of bushidos passed down through generations.
- Modern martial arts practitioners study the bushidos to understand traditional Japanese warrior philosophy.
- The film explored how bushidos influenced the decisions of feudal lords and their retainers.
- Historians debate the extent to which bushidos were formalized before the Edo period.