Definition of Ju-jitsu

Ju-jitsu, also known as jiu-jitsu, is a Japanese martial art that focuses on close combat and self-defense techniques. It incorporates various striking, joint-locking, throwing, and grappling techniques in order to overcome an opponent. Ju-jitsu emphasizes using an opponent's force against them and achieving victory through skill and technique rather than brute strength. It is both a competitive sport and a practical self-defense system.