杯を返す

さかずきをかえす

Meanings

1. Expression, Godan verb to return a sake cup
2. to sever ties with one's boss; to break away from one's patron (of a subordinate)

Kanji

• 杯 cup. Read as さかずき.
• 返 give back. Read as かえす.

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