1)

Any part of the contour of an Environmental Object that forms an inwardly arch-like shape.

2)

See Concave Stance.

Inflected Forms(s):

Chopping (adjective), Chops (plural), Chopped (past tense)

Comments:

Since chop is such a generally used, non-specific term, it is common for the practitioner to use the term without specifically understanding (or caring) which definition it is they are employing.

1)

Concave contours tend to be weak spots (ie areas of vulnerability) on the human body and other Environmental Objects.

Concave contours, like Open Ended Triangles, can be used to help direct and stabilize certain offensive and defensive maneuvers, while also minimizing Angles of Deflection.

Opposite(s):

1)

Convex

Related Definition(s):

1)

Contour

Related Term(s):

1)

Contour Guidance, Environmental Object

Related Basic(s):

2)

Stance