Synonyms for karate


Grammar : Noun
Spell : kuh-rah-tee
Phonetic Transcription : kəˈrɑ ti

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Définition of karate

Origin :
  • 1955, Japanese, literally "empty hand, bare hand," from kara "empty" + te "hand." A devotee is a karateka.
  • As in martial art : noun far eastern discipline or sport
  • As in martial art : noun combat technique
Example sentences :
  • Joe's attacker tucked his chin into his shoulder, fighter style, and moved in throwing off the effects of the karate blows.
  • Extract from : « Frigid Fracas » by Dallas McCord Reynolds
  • Before the native turned, the American's hand lashed out in a karate blow which stunned the other.
  • Extract from : « Border, Breed Nor Birth » by Dallas McCord Reynolds

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