Jujitsu (Noun)
Meaning
A method of self-defense without weapons that was developed in China and Japan; holds and blows are supplemented by clever use of the attacker's own weight and strength.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The martial arts instructor specialized in teaching jujitsu techniques to his students, emphasizing the importance of using their opponents' momentum against them.
- She was a black belt in jujitsu and often competed in local tournaments, showcasing her impressive grappling skills.
- After being mugged on the street, Sarah decided to take jujitsu classes to learn how to defend herself in case of another attack.
- The police department offered a jujitsu training program for its officers, teaching them how to subdue suspects without causing harm.
- In his jujitsu class, Jack learned various throws, holds, and submission techniques that allowed him to overcome opponents much larger than himself.