Ronin

/ˈroʊnɪn/ noun

Definition

A masterless samurai warrior in feudal Japan, or more broadly, a wandering warrior without a lord or employer.

Etymology

From Japanese 'ronin', literally 'wave person'—someone adrift like a wave. Combined from 'ro' (wave/wanderer) and 'nin' (person). Refers to samurai who lost their master through death or dismissal.

Kelly Says

A 'wave person' is such a poetic way to describe someone untethered and adrift! The image captures the samurai code perfectly—without a master to serve, they were literally floating through life, unable to fulfill their purpose.

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