tae kwon do
noun
a Korean martial art, a particularly aggressive form of karate, that utilizes punches, jabs, chops, blocking and choking moves, and especially powerful, leaping kicks.
taekwondo
-
a variation of
tae kwon do.
Example Sentences
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"Since I am the first I feel a great responsibility to pave the way for other women athletes who love playing games as much as I do," said Park, who majored in taekwondo in college.
From Barron's ● Aug. 27, 2026
A black belt in taekwondo, the impressive Yanin sets the bar high in the opening scene, battling two goons who hoist her aloft in the splits.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2026
He opened a taekwondo studio with several locations throughout Southern California and also has worked as a real estate agent.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 1, 2026
"Whatever I do, I'm here to be the best," said Jones, who won Team GB's first Olympic gold medal in taekwondo aged 19 in 2012.
From BBC ● Mar. 4, 2026
It was like this at taekwondo sometimes, too.
From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell
