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Wa |
"Accord." An ancient Japanese term for harmony, accord, and coordination. |
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Wado ryu |
"Way of peace." A Japanese style of karate developed from jujutsu and earlier karate styles. It is one of the four major karate systems practiced in the world today. |
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Waki |
"Side" or "flank." |
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Wakizashi |
"Short sword." The shorter of the samurai's two swords, with a blade of sixteen to twenty-three inches long. |
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Waza |
Technique. |
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Waza |
Technique. |
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Waza ari |
Half point. |
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Wing chun |
"Beautiful springtime." A form of Chinese kung fu that centers around strong linear punches and centerline movement. |
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Wushu |
"War arts." A highly gymnastic, traditional sport-like artform characterized by several styles. |