wrestling
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/ˈɹɛs.lɪŋ/
English
Definitions
verb
- To contend, with an opponent, by grappling and attempting to throw, immobilize or otherwise defeat him, depending on the specific rules of the contest
- To struggle or strive
- To take part in a wrestling match with someone
- To move or lift something with difficulty
noun
- A sport where two opponents attempt to subdue each other in bare-handed grappling using techniques of leverage, holding, and pressure points.
- A professional tumbling act that emulates the sport of wrestling. Also called "professional wrestling". It is distinguished from sport wrestling — which has strict internationally recognized rules and is conducted on a mat — by being scripted, rehearsed, conducted in a boxing ring rather than on a mat, and televised as entertainment.
- The act of one who wrestles; a struggle to achieve something.
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Synonyms
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