SINCE 1828
jiujitsu
noun
jiu·jit·su
| \ jü-ˈjit-(ˌ)sü
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less common spelling of jujitsu
: an art of weaponless fighting employing holds, throws, and paralyzing blows to subdue or disable an opponent
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