Meaning of the word "martial art" in English
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martial art
US /ˌmɑːr.ʃəl ˈɑːrt/
UK /ˌmɑːr.ʃəl ˈɑːrt/
Noun
1.
any of various sports or skills, mainly of Japanese and Chinese origin, that involve fighting and self-defense, such as judo, karate, and kung fu
Example:
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He has been practicing martial arts for over ten years.
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Many children learn martial arts for discipline and self-defense.
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