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Jujitsu

/ˌdʒuːˈdʒɪtsuː/

A method of self-defence established in Japan emphasizing “jū” (soft or gentle) “jutsu” (art or technique). Japanese martial art that utilizes a large variety of techniques in defense against an opponent.

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noun

1
A method of self-defence established in Japan emphasizing “jū” (soft or gentle) “jutsu” (art or technique). Japanese martial art that utilizes a large variety of techniques in defense against an opponent.
2
Brazilian jiu-jitsu, a related art, derived from judo.
3
Precision maneuvering.

🔄 Synonyms of "Jujitsu"

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Word	Definition
jiujitsunoun	Alternative spelling of jujitsu. [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.]

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Jujitsu"

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Word	Definition
jiujitsunoun	Alternative spelling of jujitsu. [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.]
jujutsunoun	Alternative form of jujitsu. [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.]
jiujutsunoun	Alternative form of jujitsu. [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.]
jojutsunoun	Synonym of jodo (“Japanese martial art using a short staff”).
taijutsunoun	Japanese martial arts techniques that rely on a set of body movements without weapons.
jiu-jitsunoun	Brazilian jiu-jitsu.
jodonoun	A Japanese martial art using a short staff, originally as a defence against swords.
jujuismnoun	The practice of juju.
kusarigamajutsunoun	The Japanese martial art of wielding the kusarigama.
brazilian jiu-jitsunoun	A martial art and combat sport derived from judo.
kajukenbonoun	A hybrid martial art from Hawaii, with elements of karate, judo, jujutsu, kenpo, and boxing.
budonoun	Japanese martial arts.
jujumannoun	A practitioner of juju magic.
naginatajutsunoun	The Japanese martial art of wielding the naginata.
juju mannoun	Alternative form of jujuman. [A practitioner of juju magic.]
judoginoun	(judo) The uniform used for judo practice and competition, based on traditional Japanese clothing.
jùjúnoun	(music) A genre of popular Nigerian music that comes from traditional Yoruba percussion traditions.
jujunoun	(informal) The (usually negative) karmic consequences of an action or behavior.
shintaidonoun	A form of physical and mental exercise developed from several Japanese martial arts
ju-junoun	Alternative spelling of juju. [(countable) A fetish or charm believed by West Africans to have magical or supernatural powers.]