dojo
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Definition
A dojo is a place where people practice martial arts, such as karate or judo. It can also refer to a training hall for discipline and self-development.
Usage & Nuances
'Dojo' is borrowed from Japanese and is widely used in English for martial arts spaces; it's always a noun and often stays untranslated. Sometimes used figuratively for any place of focused training, especially in tech or startups ('coding dojo'). Singular and plural are both 'dojo' or sometimes 'dojos.'
Example Sentences
After a long day, training at the dojo helps me relax and focus.
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We have karate classes at the dojo every Tuesday.
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The dojo is very clean and quiet.
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Students bow when entering the dojo.
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Have you ever been to a judo dojo before?
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There's a real sense of respect and discipline inside the dojo.
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