NINJUTSU

ninjutsu, ninjitsu

(noun) the traditional Japanese method of espionage; involves stealthy movements and the use of camouflage

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

ninjutsu (uncountable)

(martial arts) A Japanese martial art that is a collection of techniques originally practiced for Japanese espionage purposes, and includes methods of gathering information, nondetection, avoidance, and misdirection techniques. Used by ninja (忍者).

Synonyms

• ninpo

• ninjitsu

Coordinate terms

• kunoichi (a female ninja)

• shinobi (a male ninja)

• ninja (a warrior that practices ninjutsu)

Source: Wiktionary



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