"ukemi" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} ukemi (uncountable)
  1. (judo, aikido, martial arts) The set of breakfall and roll techniques used by uke to safely fall and accept attacks from tori. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Judo, Martial arts
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