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nelson

Syllabification: (nel·son)
Pronunciation: /ˈnelsən/

Definition of nelson

noun

  • a wrestling hold in which one arm is passed under the opponent’s arm from behind and the hand is applied to the neck ( half nelson), or both arms and hands are applied ( full nelson).

Origin:

late 19th century: apparently from the surname Nelson, but the reference is unknown

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