1)

To close or decrease range.

2)

To progress in rank and/or skill.

3)

A.K.A. (Advanced): Sophisticated

Inflected Form(s):

Advancing (adverb, adjective), Advanced (past tense, adjective)

Comments:

1)

This term generally is most commonly associated with Foot Maneuvers.

2)

This is a natural occurrence for the dedicated practitioner.

3)

Things that are considered advanced are typically not taught or skipped over for the novice practitioner. But, are re-addressed at a later time when the practitioner has progressed to a sufficient level.

Example(s):

1)

Closing the Gap between ones self and an opponent, would demonstrate and advance toward the opponent.

2)

Being promoted, would demonstrate advancing in the art in rank.

Learning a new maneuver, or perfecting an existing maneuver would demonstrate advancing in the art in skill.

3)

A 360 degree kick would demonstrate an unconventional and advanced move.

Synonym(s):

1)

Close the Gap

3)

Accelerated

Opposite(s):

1)

retreat

Related Definition(s):

1)

Bridge, Range

2)

Rank

3)

Sophisticated