Kakenage

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A kimarite in which the attacker hooks one leg under those of his opponent, raises the hooked leg up and back forcing the opponent up and over.

Etymology

Borrowed from Japanese 掛け投げ, literally hooking inner thigh throw.

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