makushita

Noun

Meaning

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makushita

(sumo) The third highest division of professional sumo wrestling, below juryo; the lowest division at which a salary is paid.

Examples

All entry by amateur athletes into the professional ranks must be under 23 to satisfy the entry unless they qualify for makushita tsukedashi (under 25). Source: Internet

The most successful amateur wrestlers in Japan (usually college champions) can be allowed to enter professional sumo at makushita (third division) rather than from the very bottom of the ladder. Source: Internet

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