Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
full-nelson
Noun
/fʊl ˈnɛl.sən/
Definition
A full-nelson is a type of wrestling hold where one wrestler locks both of their opponent’s arms behind their neck, using their own arms and hands.
Examples
- The wrestler used a full-nelson to maintain control over his opponent.
- In the final match, the full-nelson move changed the tide in favor of the challenger.
- He learned the full-nelson during his training sessions and perfected the technique.
Meaning
In wrestling, a full-nelson keeps the opponent in a position where they have limited mobility and struggle to escape, often used as a dominating move.
Synonyms
- Wrestling hold
- Submission hold
- Lock
