kimbo

/ˈkɪmboʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of Japanese martial arts practitioner, especially a novice or an amateur.

“He was once a kimbo, but after years of intense training, he became a black belt.”

2. noun

A nickname for Kimbo Slice, a Canadian mixed martial artist.

“Kimbo is known as a legendary kimbo in the world of MMA.”

3. verb

To behave aggressively or violently.

“The crowd began to kimbo as the fight erupted.”

Synonyms

  • bruiser
  • martial artist

Antonyms

  • coward
  • pushover