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Old 01-07-10, 03:25 PM   #7
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Originally Posted by Dowly View Post
I wouldnt categorise seppuku under stabbing.
The dictionary would though:

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stab (stb)v. stabbed, stab·bing, stabs
v.tr.1. To pierce or wound with or as if with a pointed weapon.
2. To plunge (a pointed weapon or instrument) into something.
3. To make a thrusting or poking motion at or into: stabbed the air with his fingers.

v.intr.1. To thrust with or as if with a pointed weapon: stabbed at the food with her fork.
2. To inflict a wound with or as if with a pointed weapon.

n.1. A thrust with a pointed weapon or instrument.
2. A wound inflicted with or as if with a pointed weapon.
Pretty much covers the main part though the assistant waiting to slice off the head is definitely an enhancement...
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