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This dictionary is a collection of terms and definitions of various styles, phrases and concepts of the martial arts. We wish to make this the most authoritative dictionary on the web. So, if you see a term that is not present, please send the term with an acurate definition to webmaster@elite-fighters.com

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Uchi: Strike.

Uchi deshi: "Apprentice." An old Japanese practice where a student was apprenticed to a martial arts master in order to become an instructor in turn.

Uchikomi: Repeated practice of throwing techniques.

Uchi mata: Inner thigh throw.

Uchi waza: Striking techniques.

Ude: Forearm or arm.

Uechi ryu: An Okinawan style of karate founded by Kanbum Uechi. It is characterized by linear patterns and forceful breathing.

Uke: "Receiver." The partner upon whom the technique is executed.

Ukemi: "Breakfalling." The art of using shock-dispersing action such as rolls and breakfalls to avoid injury when falling.

Ukemi waza: Falling techniques.

Uki: Floating.

Uki goshi: Floating hip throw.

Uki otoshi: Floating drop.

Uki waza: Floating throw.

Undong: Exercise.

Ura: "Reverse," "hidding," or "rear."

Uraken: Reverse fist.

Ura zuki: Reverse punch.

Ushiro: "Back," "rear," or "behind."

Utsu: To strike or to hit.

Ushiro geri: Back kick.

Ushiro goshi: Back hip throw.

Uye: "Up" or "upward."

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