Definition of kung fu
: any of various Chinese martial arts and related disciplines that are practiced especially for self-defense, exercise, and spiritual growth
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Origin and Etymology of kung fu
Chinese (Beijing) gōngfu skill, art
KUNG FU Defined for English Language Learners
kung fu
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: a form of fighting without weapons that was developed in China : a Chinese martial art
KUNG FU Defined for Kids
kung fu
playDefinition of kung fu for Students
: an art of self-defense without weapons that was developed in China
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