Ninja Definition & Meaning

ninja
noun
  1. a member of the ninja who were trained in martial arts and hired for espionage or sabotage or assassinations; a person skilled in ninjutsu
  2. a class of 14th century Japanese who were trained in martial arts and were hired for espionage and assassinations

"Ninja" in song lyrics

See how ninja is used in real songs:

  • "I'm moving through your hood like a ninja"
    9th Prince — Industry Grave Digga
  • "No I'm not gun shy, more like a ninja"
    Aceyalone — Bigger They Come
  • "I slice and dice my competition like a ninja"
    Afu-Ra — Poisonous Taoist

Usage tips for "ninja"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "ninja" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for ninja to find words that pair well.

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