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Wresting Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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wresting

[หˆrษ›stlษชล‹ ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

physical activity

Wresting is the act of engaging in a physical contest where two opponents try to gain control over each other, using various techniques and moves. It involves grappling, holding, and pinning the opponent to the ground. This sport can be practiced in various styles, including freestyle and Greco-Roman. Wresting is often associated with amateur competitions as well as professional wrestling entertainment.

Synonyms

contesting, fighting, grappling.

Examples of usage

  • He has been wresting since he was a child.
  • The athletes were wresting for the championship title.
  • Many enjoy watching wresting matches on television.
  • She trains hard to improve her wresting skills.

Translations

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Origin of 'wresting'

The term 'wresting' derives from Old English 'wyrรพ', which means to twist or turn. It has roots in the Proto-Germanic language, where similar words referred to the act of grappling or struggling. Historically, wrestling has been a part of various cultures, documenting back to ancient Egyptian and Greek societies where it was not only a physical contention but also a means of training for battle. In the modern context, it evolved into various forms, distinguished into amateur wrestling and professional wrestling, each with its own rules, styles, and cultural significance. Wrestling as a competitive sport was formalized in the late 19th century and has since grown into a global phenomenon, integrating elements of performance art as seen in today's professional wrestling leagues.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,217 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.