1. a Japanese martial art that uses holds, throws, and leverage to defeat an opponent without weapons

Examples

• She earned a black belt in jujitsu after years of training.
• The jujitsu instructor taught students how to use an attacker’s momentum against them.
• Many police officers learn jujitsu techniques for self-defense.
• Jujitsu emphasizes technique and leverage over brute strength.
• The ancient art of jujitsu originated in feudal Japan.
• He used a jujitsu throw to pin his opponent to the mat.