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
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The ancient scrolls described the stealth and agility of the legendary ninja.
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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:
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She's a real coding ninja, solving complex problems with ease.
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Our new marketing manager is a social media ninja.