flying mare
Definition
Noun: A flying mare is a specific wrestling maneuver, particularly in styles like catch wrestling or professional wrestling. It involves using an opponent's momentum and leverage to throw them over one's shoulder or hip, causing them to land on their back.
Usage
The term is used exclusively to describe this athletic technique within the context of wrestling or combat sports. - It is a compound noun, typically written with a hyphen: flying-mare. - It functions as a direct object (e.g., "execute a flying mare") or the subject of a sentence describing an action.
Examples
- The wrestler countered the charge with a perfect flying mare.
- She practiced the flying mare repeatedly to master its timing.
- His signature move was a devastating flying mare.
Advanced Usage
- The maneuver can be modified, leading to terms like arm drag flying mare or snap mare, which are considered related but distinct techniques.
- In historical texts on catch-as-catch-can wrestling, the flying mare is often detailed as a fundamental throw.
Variants and Related Words
- Flying-mare: The hyphenated form of the compound noun.
- Mare: In this specific wrestling context, "mare" is not used independently to mean this throw; it only carries this meaning within the compound "flying mare."
- Throw: A general term for any technique that brings an opponent to the mat.
- Hip toss: A different, though sometimes conceptually similar, wrestling throw.
Synonyms
- Arm throw: A close synonym, though technical distinctions may exist depending on the wrestling style.
- Shoulder throw: A general descriptive term that may encompass the flying mare.
Related Phrases
- To hit a flying mare: To successfully execute the maneuver.
- To be caught with a flying mare: To be on the receiving end of the throw.
Noun
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a wrestling maneuver
