Meaning of the word ninja in English

What does ninja mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

ninja

US /ˈnɪn.dʒə/
UK /ˈnɪn.dʒə/

Noun

1.

a person skilled in ninjutsu, a Japanese martial art, often depicted as a covert agent or assassin

Example:
The ancient scrolls described the stealth and agility of the legendary ninja.
He dressed like a ninja for the costume party, all in black with a mask.
2.

an expert or highly skilled person in a particular field or activity

Example:
She's a real coding ninja, solving complex problems with ease.
Our new marketing manager is a social media ninja.