martial art (noun)

any of several Oriental arts of weaponless self-defense; usually practiced as a sport

"he had a black belt in the martial arts"

martial art (Noun)

Commonly, any of several fighting styles which contain systematized methods of training for combat, both armed and unarmed; often practised as a sport, e.g. boxing, karate, judo, Silat, wrestling, or Muay Thai.

martial art (Noun)

military skills, proficiency in military strategy, prowess in warfare

martial art

Martial arts are codified systems and traditions of combat practiced for a number of reasons such as self-defense; military and law enforcement applications; competition; physical, mental, and spiritual development; entertainment; and the preservation of a nation's intangible cultural heritage.