1. Japanese pilots in World War II who deliberately crashed their aircraft into enemy targets
Usage: historical
2. people who act in a recklessly self-destructive manner
Usage: informal

Examples

• The kamikazes caused significant damage to Allied ships during the Pacific War.
• Historians study the motivations of kamikazes in World War II.
• The documentary featured interviews about kamikazes and their missions.
• Some drivers act like kamikazes on the highway.
• The business plan was so risky that investors called the entrepreneurs kamikazes.
• Memorial services honor the victims of kamikaze attacks.