capoeira
nounfeminine/kɐ.puˈɐj.ɾɐ/medium
ca·po·ei·ra
Definition
An Afro-Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, acrobatics, and music.
Capoeira is a Brazilian cultural expression recognized by UNESCO.
He has been practicing capoeira for years.
Common collocations
capoeira rodacapoeira mastercapoeira musiccapoeira moves
Etymology
Do tupi 'caá-puera' (mato velho, roça abandonada).