taekwondo
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/ˌtaɪkwɑnˈdoʊ/
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/ˌtaɪkwɑnˈdoʊ/ · /-ˈkwɑn-/ · /ˌteɪ-/ · /ˌtaɪkwɒnˈdəʊ/ · /-ˈkwɒn-/
Definition of taekwondo
1 sense · 1 part of speech · etymology included
noun
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(uncountable)A martial art from Korea, known for its elaborate kicking techniques. The sparring aspect is a recognised Olympic sport.
“Khudadadi, originally from Afghanistan but now living and training in France, won bronze in the taekwondo women’s K44 -47kg category in Paris.”
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Etymology
Borrowed from Korean 태권도(跆拳道) (taegwondo).
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