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roundhouse kick

noun

UK/ˌraʊnd.haʊs ˈkɪk/
US/ˌraʊnd.haʊs ˈkɪk/

Definitions of roundhouse kick noun

  1. Countable

    A kick in martial arts where the leg is lifted and swung in a circular motion around the body, striking an opponent with the foot.

    • He landed a clean roundhouse kick to his opponent's head.

    • The instructor demonstrated how to properly execute a roundhouse kick.

    • The Taekwondo fighter was known for his series of roundhouse kicks.