Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
judo
noun
/ˈdʒuː.doʊ/
Definition
A modern martial art and Olympic sport focusing on throwing, pinning, and submission techniques.
Examples
- Judo was developed by Jigoro Kano in the late 19th century.
- She practices judo every Saturday at the local dojo.
- He earned a black belt in judo after years of training.
Meaning
Judo is a sport that originated in Japan, where participants aim to throw their opponent to the ground, immobilize them, or force them to submit.
Synonyms
- martial art
- combat sport