gi

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a unit of magnetomotive force equal to 0.7958 ampere-turns
  2. verb clean in preparation for inspection
  3. adjective of or relating to the stomach and intestines

Etymology

Borrowed from Japanese 着 (gi, “clothing”); only used in combination, usually with the name of a martial art such as 柔道着 (jūdōgi, “judo uniform”) or 空手着 (karategi, “karate uniform”).

In classic literature

Synonyms

gilbert, Gb

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