‖ jigotaiJudo.|dʒigoˈtai| [Jap.] In Judo, a defensive posture. 1950E. J. Harrison Judo 102 Jigotai, self-defensive posture.1957Takagaki & Sharp Techniques Judo i. ii. 12 Jigo-tai..is assumed by spreading your legs wide apart and bending your knees to lower your body.