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kung fu

noun \ ˌkəŋ-ˈfü , ˌku̇ŋ- \

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

noun

Definition of kung fu for English Language Learners

  • : a form of fighting without weapons that was developed in China : a Chinese martial art

KUNG FU Defined for Kids

kung fu

noun \ ˌkəŋ-ˈfü , ˌku̇ŋ- \

Definition of kung fu for Students

:an art of self-defense without weapons that was developed in China

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