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Iaido is the art of reacting to a surprise attack by counter attacking with a sword. An in-depth reading of the Japanese characters for iaido is: I = being, AI = harmony, DO = way. "The way of harmonizing oneself in action." The Iaidoka (a practitioner of iaido) wields a sword: not to control the opponent, but to control himself. Iaido is mostly performed solo as a series of Waza. The Iaidoka executes various techniques against single or multiple imaginary opponents. Each Waza begins and ends with the sword sheathed. In addition to sword technique, practitioners require imagination and concentration in order to maintain the feeling of a real fight and to keep the Kata fresh. In order to properly perform the waza, Iaidoka also learn posture and movement, grip, and swing. Iaido is never practiced in a free-sparring manner.
Iaidoka practice to prepare for a surprise attack, where an immediate, efficient solution to the problem of aggression is necessary. Therefore, the technique is highly refined. Every unnecessary movement is cut away. Technique is simple and direct. The training method is aimed towards development of the practitioner’s every mental and physical resources. Iaido is an authentic martial art that proved its martial values in a time of constant battle and warfare, that was preserved and passed on directly from teacher to student over generations in an unbroken lineage for 450 years. Iaidoka developed the mind towards an ultimately peaceful, harmonious, and active state ready to react and deal with any life situation.
Iaido by Dancing with Fire May 13, 2011
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If I do say so myself
I really like your shoes iidssm.
iidssm by Sarcoidosisism July 23, 2016
GODDESS in Hebrew
or Woman God
or the Feminine aspect of Adam Kadmon(the man 'blue print')
Girl looks like Iaisha
IAISHA by albert rah February 25, 2010
"Individuals Above Dating Society"
Used as the title of a group or club.
Can also be used to refer to someone who is constantly single. (Singular: IAD Plural: IADS)
Pronounced: I. A. D. S. ; ee-ah-ds/ee-ah-d
If you and several other people you know are extremely single and unable to do anything about it, you may want to form an IADS Club.

or

"She doesn't have a boyfriend. She's been an IAD for almost a year!"
"We should form an IADS club!"
"I've been an IAD all my life!"
IADS by Lil-Lolo April 16, 2008
“Itchy ass disease” a sickness where your button is itchy
I’m sorry sir but it seems you have IADS
IADS by BubbyBoy27 July 2, 2022
I Aint Dat Dam Stupid
Girl:I was gonna fuq yu..
Boy:Sounds nice
Girl:Uhhh,No it dont..nt wit yu :/ ewwww iadds
iadds by j-rock145 December 2, 2011