karate

Spanish

[ka̠ˈɾa̠.te̞]

noun
Definitions
  • (martial arts) karate

Etymology

Derived from Japanese 空手 (karate, the state of being empty-handed) derived from Okinawan 唐手 (Chinese hand).

Origin

Okinawan

唐手

Gloss

Chinese hand

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