"McDojo" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: McDojos [plural]
Etymology: Mc- + dojo Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|Mc|dojo|id1=derogatory}} Mc- + dojo Head templates: {{en-noun}} McDojo (plural McDojos)
  1. (derogatory) A dojo that focuses on spectacular techniques and awarding black belts rather than teaching authentic martial arts. Tags: derogatory Categories (topical): Martial arts Related terms: diploma mill

Inflected forms

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