Definitions for aikidoaɪˈki doʊ
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
ai•ki•doaɪˈki doʊ(n.)
a Japanese form of self-defense utilizing wrist, joint, and elbow grips to immobilize or throw one's opponent.
Category: Sport
Origin of aikido:
1960–65; < Japn aikidō=ai to coordinate +ki breath control +dō way (< MChin; see judo )
Princeton's WordNet
aikido(noun)
a Japanese martial art employing principles similar to judo
Wiktionary
aikido(Noun)
A Japanese martial art developed from jujitsu and making use of holds and throws.
aikido(Noun)
A school of the martial art.
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