"eskrima" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From Tagalog escrima or eskrima, borrowed from Spanish esgrima, noun form of the verb esgrimir (“to handle a melee weapon whether for offensive or defensive purposes”). Etymology templates: {{der|en|tl|escrima}} Tagalog escrima, {{der|en|es|esgrima}} Spanish esgrima Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} eskrima (uncountable)
  1. The traditional martial arts of the Philippines, which emphasize the use of sticks, knives, and various improvised weapons. Wikipedia link: eskrima Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Martial arts, Sports Categories (place): Philippines Synonyms: arnis, kali

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