judoka

[ joo-doh-kah, joo-doh-kah ]

noun

, plural ju·do·kas, ju·do·ka.

1. a contestant in a judo match.
2. a judo expert.

judoka

/ ˈdʒuːdəʊˌkæ /

noun

1. a competitor or expert in judo

Word History and Origins

Origin of judoka¹

< Japanese, equivalent to jūdō judo + ka person (< Middle Chinese, equivalent to Chinese jiā )

Word History and Origins

Origin of judoka¹

Japanese; see judo

Example Sentences

After winning a gold medal at the Judo Grand Slam Tel Aviv in February, the 26-year-old judoka spent days replying to messages from thrilled fans who she had missed having in the stadium due to coronavirus restrictions.

From Ozy

The Judoka Maher Abu Ramila is the first to arrive due to his achievements.

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