SportsAugust 31, 2026

dojo

DOH-joh

Definition

A school or training hall for martial arts.

Etymology

Derived from the Japanese words 'do' (way) and 'jo' (place), originally referring to a site for the practice of meditation or the study of Buddhism, and later adapted for martial arts training halls.

In the news

The article uses the word to describe the specific facility where the medal-winning athletes from West Chester train, highlighting it as the center of their rigorous preparation.

West Chester dojo competitors return from world competition with medals

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Journal-News.com

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