Judo
- A modern martial art, combat, and Olympic sport created in Japan in 1882 by Jigoro Kano, focusing on throws, joint locks, and pins. nounShe has been practicing judo for over five years and has earned a black belt.Judo emphasizes the use of an opponent's force against them, making it a strategic martial art.
- The principles or techniques of this martial art, often applied metaphorically to describe a strategic approach in various situations. nounHe used a kind of verbal judo to defuse the tense situation during the negotiation.In business, mastering the art of judo can mean turning competitors' strengths into weaknesses.