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Key Combat Sports Vocabulary - Judo

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Key Combat Sports Vocabulary
judo
judo
[noun]

a martial art and sport that emphasizes grappling and throwing techniques, originated in Japan

Ex: She has won multiple gold medals in international judo competitions .
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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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japan
japan
[noun]

a country that is in East Asia and made up of many islands

Ex: Japan's public transportation system is known for its efficiency and punctuality, especially the Shinkansen bullet trains.
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throw
throw
[noun]

a technique used to off-balance, lift, or propel an opponent to the ground, scoring points or achieving a dominant position

Ex: The MMA fighter used a sacrifice throw to transition into an armbar submission .
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to grapple

to wrestle or struggle closely with someone, using hands or the body

Ex: Bystanders bravely grappled with the assailant following the knife attack, restraining him until the authorities arrived.
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technique
technique
[noun]

a specific method of carrying out an activity that requires special skills

Ex: The athlete 's training regimen focused on perfecting her sprinting technique.
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self-defense

the actions taken by an individual to protect themselves or their property from harm or damage

Ex: He claimed self-defense after being attacked .
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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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discipline

the personal quality of behaving properly and keeping one's actions under control

Ex: Classroom discipline improved after new guidelines .
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skill
skill
[noun]

an ability to do something well, especially after training

Ex: The athlete 's skill in dribbling and shooting made him a star player on the basketball team .
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technique
technique
[noun]

a specific method of carrying out an activity that requires special skills

Ex: The athlete 's training regimen focused on perfecting her sprinting technique.
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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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olympic
olympic
[Adjective]

related to or associated with the Olympic Games

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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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uniform
uniform
[noun]

the special set of clothes that all members of an organization or a group wear at work, or children wear at a particular school

Ex: The students wear a school uniform every day .
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judogi
judogi
[noun]

the traditional attire worn for practicing judo, typically consisting of a jacket and pants made from thick cotton

Ex: The judogi belt signifies the practitioner's rank and skill level.
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jacket
jacket
[noun]

a short item of clothing that we wear on the top part of our body, usually has sleeves and something in the front so we could close it

Ex: The jacket is made of waterproof material , so it 's great for rainy days .
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pants
pants
[noun]

an item of clothing that covers the lower half of our body, from our waist to our ankles, and covers each leg separately

Ex: The pants are too tight around the waist , so I ca n't zip them up .
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belt
belt
[noun]

a rank-indicating strip of cloth worn around the waist in martial arts

Ex: The karate school held a belt ceremony where students received their new belts based on performance and dedication .
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to learn
to learn
[Verb]

to become knowledgeable or skilled in something by doing it, studying, or being taught

Ex: We need to learn how to manage our time better .
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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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training
training
[noun]

the process during which someone learns the skills needed in order to do a particular job

Ex: Military training prepares soldiers for various combat scenarios.
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ground
ground
[noun]

the surface layer of earth that is solid and people walk on

Ex: The ground shook when the heavy truck passed by .
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to defend
to defend
[Verb]

to not let any harm come to someone or something

Ex: The antivirus software is programmed to defend the computer from malicious attacks .
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hold
hold
[noun]

a physical technique used to control, restrain, or immobilize an opponent by gripping or locking parts of their body

Ex: The coach emphasized the importance of maintaining balance and control while applying any kind of hold to avoid being reversed .
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control
control
[noun]

the power to manage or direct someone or something

Ex: Effective control of the project led to its early completion .
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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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fighting
fighting
[noun]

the act of engaging in physical combat or conflict, or any contest or struggle between individuals, groups, or forces

Ex: The ongoing fighting in the region has led to significant displacement of civilians .
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value
value
[noun]

a set of moral beliefs or principles of what is important in life

Ex: His actions reflected the value he placed on community service and giving back .
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respect
respect
[noun]

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

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teacher
teacher
[noun]

someone who teaches things to people, particularly in a school

Ex: To enhance our learning experience , our teacher organized a field trip to the museum .
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player
player
[noun]

someone who engages in a type of game or sport, either as their job or hobby

Ex: The rugby player suffered an injury during last night 's game .
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calm
calm
[Adjective]

not showing worry, anger, or other strong emotions

Ex: Even when criticized , he responded in a calm and collected manner .
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focused
focused
[Adjective]

paying close attention and concentrating on a specific goal, activity, or task

Ex: He was focused on achieving his fitness goals, dedicating himself to regular workouts.
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match
match
[noun]

a competition in which two players or teams compete against one another such as soccer, boxing, etc.

Ex: He trained hard for the upcoming match, determined to improve his performance and win .
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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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country
country
[noun]

a piece of land with a government of its own, official borders, laws, etc.

Ex: The government implemented new policies to boost the country's economy .
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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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skill
skill
[noun]

an ability to do something well, especially after training

Ex: The athlete 's skill in dribbling and shooting made him a star player on the basketball team .
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technique
technique
[noun]

a specific method of carrying out an activity that requires special skills

Ex: The athlete 's training regimen focused on perfecting her sprinting technique.
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Japanese
Japanese
[Adjective]

relating to the country, people, culture, or language of Japan

Ex: Japanese technology companies are known for their innovation in electronics and robotics .
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gentle
gentle
[Adjective]

showing kindness and empathy toward others

Ex: The gentle nature of the horse made it easy to ride .
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controlled
controlled
[Adjective]

managed or regulated according to legal guidelines or regulations

Ex: The use of controlled substances is strictly regulated by law to prevent misuse and abuse.
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