SportsJuly 31, 2026

poomsae

POOM-say

Definition

A defined sequence of defensive and offensive movements in martial arts, specifically taekwondo, used to practice form and technique.

Etymology

Derived from the Korean word 'poomsae', composed of 'poom' (form or shape) and 'sae' (a suffix denoting appearance or status).

In the news

The article uses the term to identify a specific taekwondo competition category that requires scientific performance analysis to help athletes reach the podium.

Korea Institute of Sports Science Provides Customized Support for Asian Games National Team Using Advanced Tech

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