KARATE
\kəɹˈɑːti], \kəɹˈɑːti], \k_ə_ɹ_ˈɑː_t_i]\
Definitions of KARATE
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a traditional Japanese system of unarmed combat; sharp blows and kicks are given to pressure-sensitive points on the body of the opponent
By Princeton University
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a traditional Japanese system of unarmed combat; sharp blows and kicks are given to pressure-sensitive points on the body of the opponent
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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Activities in which participants learn self-defense mainly through the use of hand-to-hand combat. Judo involves throwing an opponent to the ground while karate (which includes kung fu and tae kwon do) involves kicking and punching an opponent.
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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