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joseki en · NOUN

Etymology

From Japanese 定石 (jōseki), literally 定 set + 石 stone.

Meanings

  1. (qualifier:go) A studied and standardized sequence of moves in game of Go, especially at a corner of the board, in the opening phase of a game. Joseki have a variety of outcomes and can be beneficial or detrimental based on the situation. However, Joseki theoretically include the best moves locally for each player.

Forms

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joseki Number=Plur lexicographic
josekis Number=Plur lexicographic

Relateds

fuseki

Translations (3)

fi joseki (a studied and standardized sequence of moves in game of Go) · ja 定石 (a studied and standardized sequence of moves in game of Go) · cmn 定式 (a studied and standardized sequence of moves in game of Go)