armlock

arm·lock

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ahrm-lok]
- /ˈɑrmˌlɒk/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ahrm-lok]
- /ˈɑrmˌlɒk/

Definitions of armlock word

noun armlock a hold in which an opponent's arm is gripped in such a manner that it cannot be moved. This is often used with the intention of forcing the opponent into submission. 3
verb armlock to grip a person's arm in such a manner that it cannot be moved 3
noun armlock a hold in which one contestant's arm is locked by an arm and a hand of the other 3
noun armlock any hold in which a wrestler's arm is rendered immobile, often by the opponent twisting the arm. 1
noun armlock A method of restraining someone by holding an arm tightly behind their back. 1
noun armlock A wrestling move in which the opponent's arm is held immobile. 0

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Origin of armlock

First appearance:

before 1900

One of the 17% newest English words

First recorded in 1900-05; arm1 + lock1

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Parts of speech for Armlock

noun

adjective

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adverb

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preposition

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armlock popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 65% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 75% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

armlock usage trend in Literature

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