Associations to the word «Karate»

Pictures for the word «Karate»

Wiktionary

KARATE, noun. An Okinawan martial art involving primarily punching and kicking, but additionally, advanced throws, arm bars, grappling and all means of fighting.
KARATE, verb. (transitive) (informal) To attack (somebody or something) with karate or similar techniques.
KARATE CHOP, noun. A strike with the bottom side of an open hand
KARATE CHOPS, noun. Plural of karate chop

Dictionary definition

KARATE, noun. A traditional Japanese system of unarmed combat; sharp blows and kicks are given to pressure-sensitive points on the body of the opponent.

Wise words

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