Eskrima
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Eskrima is a noun meaning The traditional martial arts of the Philippines, which emphasize the use of sticks, knives, and various improvised weapons.
Meaning
The traditional martial arts of the Philippines, which emphasize the use of sticks, knives, and various improvised weapons.
Example Sentences
Of all the disciplines covered here, the arts of kali, arnis and eskrima, from the Philippines, are perhaps the most vigorous, employing an almost balletic violence to prepare for rough nights on the town.
Synonyms for eskrima
Depending on context, synonyms include arnis, kali.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include kali, arnis, kampilan, campilan, gatka, calinda.
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