討伐

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 討伐, read とうばつ, combines punitive attack 討 with subjugating force 伐 as a term for armed suppression.
• Basic usage: Use it for armed suppression of a hostile group or monster, as in 山賊を討伐する.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Tone and register
  • It has a stronger military or narrative flavor than ordinary winning, and the target of subjugation normally takes を.