A lion-dog or shrine dog; a guardian statue seen in temples. Usually found in pairs, one on either side of an entryway, one with the mouth open to represent the syllable a or the start of things, and the other with the mouth closed to represent the syllable un or the end of things (similar to the phrase alpha and omega).

Canis

concealment

to conceal

pubic hair

(baseball) impact of a ball / impact (strong effect)

patient and prudent behavior

behave with patience and prudence

performer such as an actor or comedian

言い逃れ: excuse