savate
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9.7
A person who trains in French kickboxing
- noun
- /səˈvɑt/
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savatista
- She trained tirelessly to become a savate champion, mastering both kicks and punches.
Examples
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The savate fighter demonstrated incredible agility and skill during the match.
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"There were a couple of well-known savate men in the next company, and I saw one of them get under Fritz's guard with his foot, and believe me, there was some force in that kick.
Blog text (9) -
At the tournament, many savate competitors showcased their techniques and athleticism.
Synonyms
kickboxer
vssavate
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3.6
A person who fights with their hands and feet in a sport
is a practitioner of a specific French style of that sport
How Skilled
Surface Forms
Etymology
Savate as a person remembers the same idea: fighters were called 'savate' after their worn shoes, so a savate is simply someone who practices the French style of kickboxing that uses both hands and feet.