noun, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A clinch hold performed by putting an arm under the opponent's arm, and holding the opponent's midsection or upper body.

Verb

1. 1
   To use such a hold upon. transitive

Etymology

From under- + hook.

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