kata

(noun, adverb)

adverb

1. In a direction analogous to down, but along the additional axis added by the fourth dimension.

noun

1. (martial arts) A sequence of positions and movements used in the practice of many martial arts.

2. Abbreviation of kata thermometer.

3. (in combination) A drop (in temperature).

- kata thermometer; kata factor

4. Alternative form of gata