This kanji means set free, release, get free of, fire (a weapon), or emit.

on readings:
kun readings:
  • hana
examples:
れる hanareru get free of
hanasu set free, release
hanatsu set free, release, fire (a weapon), emit
hōchi let alone, leave as is, leave to chance
hōka arson
hōsō broadcasting
kaihō liberation, emancipation
shakuhō release, discharge
tsuihō banishment, purge

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Last ∆ on 28 February 2026 by Bradley James Wogsland.