On "Osu!" vs. "Oss" (Linguistic Disambiguation)

Bill Mattocks

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I was told when was stationed in Okinawa not to use the word. It's intended to be used from a deshi to his master, and it is a promise of subservience. Used by males exclusively, and among warriors.

I don't care who uses it in their dojo, that's their business. Our dojo does not, and neither do I.
 
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