greco-roman wrestling

Thân thiện

Two wrestlers compete in a greco-roman wrestling match on a mat.

Definition

Noun: A style of amateur wrestling in which competitors are prohibited from using holds below the waist, attacking the opponent's legs, or using the legs to trip or tackle. The focus is on upper-body strength and throws.

Usage

This term refers specifically to the Olympic sport governed by these distinct rules. - Greco-Roman wrestling is one of the two styles of wrestling featured in the modern Olympic Games. - He won a gold medal in Greco-Roman wrestling at the national championships.

Advanced Usage

• As a modifier: The term is often used adjectivally to describe the specific style, as in "Greco-Roman wrestling techniques" or "a Greco-Roman wrestler."
• Contrast with Freestyle: It is frequently discussed in contrast to freestyle wrestling, where holds and attacks on the legs are permitted.

Variants and Related Words

• Greco-Roman (adjective): Pertaining to this style of wrestling. Often used without the word "wrestling" when the context is clear (e.g., "He competes in Greco-Roman.").
• Classical wrestling: An alternative, though less common, name for the same style.

Synonyms

• Classical wrestling (less common synonym).

Notes on Meaning

This term refers exclusively to the modern codified sport. It is not a historical term for ancient Greek or Roman wrestling practices, though it was inspired by them. The name reflects a 19th-century European romanticization of classical antiquity.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a style of wrestling where the wrestlers are forbidden to tackle or trip or use holds below the waist

Từ đồng nghĩa

• greco-roman wrestling