改宗 — meaning in English
kaishuu
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English meaning
- conversion noun The act of changing something from one form, use, or state into another.
- convert verb To change something from one form, substance, or purpose into another.
- proselytize verb To advertise one’s religious beliefs; to convert (someone) to one’s own faith or religious movement or encourage them to do so.
Senses
改宗 is used for these senses in English:
- conversion (law) Under the common law, the tort of the taking of someone's personal property with intent to permanently deprive them of it, or damaging property to the extent that the owner is deprived of the utility of that property, thus making the tortfeasor liable for the entire value of the property.
- convert A person who has converted to a religion.
- proselytize (ambitransitive, broadly) To advertise one’s religious beliefs; to convert (someone) to one’s own faith or religious movement or encourage them to do so.
conversion — full definition
- noun The act of changing something from one form, use, or state into another.
- noun A change of religion, belief, or opinion.
- noun (marketing) The moment a visitor completes a desired action, such as making a purchase.
- noun (rugby) A kick taken after a try that, if successful, adds extra points.
convert — full definition
- verb To change something from one form, substance, or purpose into another.
- verb To persuade someone to change their religion, beliefs, or opinion.
- noun A person who has adopted a new religion, belief, or cause.