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shogi
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. shogi
  2. 2. Japanese chess
  3. 3. Shogi
A traditional Japanese board game similar to chess, played on a 9x9 grid with the goal of capturing the opponent's king. It is a deeply cultural game with a large competitive following in Japan.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

A shogi piece bag turned up in the desk drawer.

Sentence 2

"Where did you put the shogi pieces?" my mom asked.

Sentence 3

Ugh, I just can't see the checkmate at all!

Sentence 4

The shogi board's been left out in the entryway and it's in the way.

Sentence 5

The company newsletter featured the shogi club's entry into the national tournament.