noun
uke
Uke (noun) means In martial arts practice, the person on whom a technique is performed by their partner.
noun
1
In martial arts practice, the person on whom a technique is performed by their partner.
2
(informal) In fiction about male same-sex couples, the more passive or submissive partner in the relationship.
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Etymology
It comes from Japanese 受け (uke), the 連(れん)用(よう)形(けい) (ren'yōkei, "stem or continuative form") of the verb 受(う)ける (ukeru, "to receive, to get").
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What is the meaning of uke?
"uke" (noun) means in martial arts practice, the person on whom a technique is performed by their partner.
What is another word for uke?
Other words for "uke" include ukulele.
What are the different meanings of uke?
"uke" has 2 main meanings: 1. In martial arts practice, the person on whom a technique is performed by their partner; 2. (informal) In fiction about male same-sex couples, the more passive or submissive partner in the relationship.
