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jujitsu

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Meaning

  1. noun A Japanese martial art and method of self-defence, typically unarmed, emphasizing manipulating an opponent’s force against themselves rather than directly opposing it with force, and using a wide variety of holds, throws, and defensive techniques.
  2. noun Brazilian jiu-jitsu, a related art, derived from judo.
  3. noun Strategic maneuvering, especially with the aim of using the strength of one's opponent against them in an unexpected or counterintuitive way.
  4. verb To attack (someone) or overcome (a challenge) with strategic maneuvering.

Similar words

jiujitsu jujutsu jiujutsu jojutsu taijutsu jiu-jitsu jodo jujuism kusarigamajutsu brazilian jiu-jitsu

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Word family

jiujitsu jiujitsus jujitsus jujutsu jujutsus

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