Definitions

1. noun

A person, especially a Japanese one, who has reached a state of spiritual enlightenment through intense physical and mental discipline.

“He became a kenshin after years of rigorous meditation and martial arts training.”

2. proper noun

A Japanese term referring to the ‘sword of heaven’, often used to describe the legendary sword wielded by the Japanese hero Miyamoto Musashi or the fictional character Kenshin Himura from the manga and anime series Rurouni Kenshin.

“The kenshin held a deep spiritual significance for its wielder, symbolizing honor and justice.”