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kung fu

 
pronunciation:
kuhng fu
part of speech: noun
definition: When people talk about "kung fu," they are talking about the martial arts of China that are used for self defense. There are many types of kung fu, but kung fu typically involves circular types of movements with the arms and legs. A martial art is a particular means of fighting that requires developing certain physical skills through hard practice and through developing a certain mental attitude.
Lamar's older brother studied karate when he was in middle school, but he's studying kung fu now. He wants to be able to win in a competition.