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[かく(角)·りょく(力)]
kakuryoku
noun

English Meaning(s) for 角力

noun
  1. comparison of strength; contest of strength
  2. sumo
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Definition and Synonyms for 角力

Sumo a Japanese form of wrestling
Synonyms: 大相撲, 相撲, 角力
Sumo Wrestler a wrestler who participates in sumo (a Japanese form of wrestling)
Synonyms: 力士, 相撲, お相撲さん, 相撲取り, 角力, 関取
Sumo you lose if you are forced out of a small ring or if any part of your body (other than your feet) touches the ground
Synonyms: 大相撲, 相撲, 角力

Meanings for each kanji in 角力

» angle; corner; square; horn; antlers
» power; strength; strong; strain; bear up; exert

Categories 角力 is a member of

Sport the occupation of athletes who compete for pay
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Wrestling the sport of hand-to-hand struggle between unarmed contestants who try to throw each other down
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Grappler combatant who tries to throw opponent to the ground
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