Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
suplex
noun
/ˈsuːplɛks/
Definition
A wrestling move in which one person lifts their opponent off the ground and throws them backwards.
Examples
- The wrestler executed a perfect suplex, impressing the crowd.
- He practiced his suplex technique diligently to prepare for the match.
- During the championship, the suplex turned the tide of the battle.
Meaning
The term ‘suplex’ refers to a powerful technique used mainly in professional wrestling, where the wrestler lifts the opponent and then brings them down to the mat in a controlled manner.
Synonyms
- throw
- takedown
- slam
