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jujitsu

(jo̵̅o̅ jit′so̵̅o̅′)

noun

a Japanese system of wrestling in which knowledge of anatomy and the principle of leverage are applied so that the strength and weight of an opponent are used against him or her

Origin: Jpn jū-jutsu, lit., soft art < jū, soft, pliant + jutsu, art

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also ju·jut·su or jiu·jit·su or jiu·jut·su

noun

An art of weaponless self-defense developed in Japan that uses throws, holds, and blows and derives added power from the attacker's own weight and strength.

Origin:

Origin: Japanese jūjitsu

Origin: : jū, soft; see judo

Origin: + jitsu, arts (from Middle Chinese zhwit)

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