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Key Combat Sports Vocabulary - Muay Thai

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Key Combat Sports Vocabulary
Muay Thai
Muay Thai
[noun]

a Thai martial art that combines boxing with stand-up striking and clinching techniques

Ex: Muay Thai is known as the " art of eight limbs " due to its use of fists , elbows , knees , and shins .
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martial arts

any type of sports that include fighting which are especially originated in the Far East, such as judo, kung fu, etc.

Ex: Martial arts tournaments attract competitors from around the world to showcase their skills and techniques .
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Thailand
Thailand
[noun]

a country located in Southeast Asia, known for its beautiful beaches and ancient temples

Ex: Thailand is known for its delicious street food .
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Thai
Thai
[Adjective]

related to Thailand, its people, language, or culture

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boxing
boxing
[noun]

a sport in which fighters wear special gloves and use only their fists to hit each other

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strong
strong
[Adjective]

having a lot of physical power

Ex: The athlete 's strong legs helped him run faster .
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fist
fist
[noun]

the hand with the fingers tightly bent toward the palm

Ex: The protestor raised a defiant fist in solidarity with the cause , chanting slogans with the crowd .
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elbow
elbow
[noun]

the joint where the upper and lower parts of the arm bend

Ex: The yoga instructor emphasized keeping a straight line from the shoulder to the elbow during a plank position .
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knee
knee
[noun]

the body part that is in the middle of the leg and helps it bend

Ex: She had a scar just below her knee from a childhood bike accident .
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leg
leg
[noun]

each of the two long body parts that we use when we walk

Ex: She wore a long skirt that covered her legs.
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soldier
soldier
[noun]

someone who serves in an army, particularly a person who is not an officer

Ex: The soldier polished his boots until they shone .
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war
war
[noun]

a state of armed fighting between two or more groups, nations, or states

Ex: The nation remained at war until a peace agreement was signed .
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sport
sport
[noun]

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

Ex: Hockey is an exciting sport played on ice or field , with sticks and a small puck or ball .
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to practice

to do or play something many times to become good at it

Ex: The tennis player practiced serving and volleying for hours to refine their game before the tournament .
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fun
fun
[Adjective]

providing entertainment or amusement

Ex: Riding roller coasters at the theme park is always a fun experience .
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competition

an event or contest in which individuals or teams compete against each other

Ex: The dance competition at the festival was the highlight of the night .
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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: His songs are popular because they are easy to dance to .
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to train
to train
[Verb]

to teach a specific skill or a type of behavior to a person or an animal through a combination of instruction and practice over a period of time

Ex: He is training new employees on how to use the company software .
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strong
strong
[Adjective]

having a lot of physical power

Ex: The athlete 's strong legs helped him run faster .
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fast
fast
[Adjective]

having a high speed when doing something, especially moving

Ex: The fast train arrived at the destination in no time .
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jump rope
jump rope
[noun]

an activity in which a person jumps over a swinging rope, either as a child's game or a cardiovascular exercise

Ex: He incorporated jump rope into his fitness routine .
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to hit
to hit
[Verb]

to strike someone or something with force using one's hand or an object

Ex: The baseball player hit the ball out of the park for a home run .
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pad
pad
[noun]

a flat mass of soft material used for protection, stuffing, or comfort

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stamina
stamina
[noun]

the mental or physical strength that makes one continue doing something hard for a long time

Ex: The long hours of rehearsals tested the dancers ' stamina, but they delivered a flawless performance .
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power
power
[noun]

the ability to exert force or perform physically demanding tasks

Ex: The construction worker 's power was crucial for moving the heavy materials .
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punch
punch
[noun]

a hit or strike made with a closed fist, especially in boxing

Ex: The match ended after one decisive punch.
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kick
kick
[noun]

the act of delivering a blow with the foot

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clinch
clinch
[noun]

(boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily

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opponent
opponent
[noun]

someone who plays against another player in a game, contest, etc.

Ex: Her main opponent in the competition was known for their quick decision-making .
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rich
rich
[Adjective]

marked by great fruitfulness

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culture
culture
[noun]

the general beliefs, customs, and lifestyles of a specific society

Ex: We experienced the local culture during our stay in Italy .
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respect
respect
[noun]

admiration for someone or something because of their achievements, qualities, etc.

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tradition
tradition
[noun]

an established way of thinking or doing something among a specific group of people

Ex: Some traditions are deeply rooted in cultural or religious practices .
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headband
headband
[noun]

a narrow piece of cloth worn around the head that keeps the hair or sweat out of the eyes

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worldwide
worldwide
[Adverb]

in or to all parts of the world

Ex: The pandemic caused worldwide disruption to travel.
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fitness
fitness
[noun]

the state of being in good physical condition, typically as a result of regular exercise and proper nutrition

Ex: Maintaining fitness is essential for a healthy and active lifestyle .
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strength
strength
[noun]

the quality or state of being physically or mentally strong

Ex: The company 's financial strength enabled it to withstand economic downturns .
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coordination

the skillful and effective interaction of movements

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unique
unique
[Adjective]

unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality

Ex: This dish has a unique flavor combination that is surprisingly good .
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powerful
powerful
[Adjective]

possessing great strength or force

Ex: The team played with powerful energy , winning the match easily .
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