noun, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A joint lock where the elbow is hyperextended in order to cause pain or injury.

Verb

1. 1
   To apply this kind of joint lock.

Etymology

From arm + bar.

Related phrases

joint lock

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