figure four

English

noun
Definitions
  • (combat sports) A grappling position where a fighter grabs an opponent's limb and then holds on to his or her own wrist with the other hand. Used in various joint locks.
  • (climbing) (alternative form of) figure 4

Etymology

Compound from English figure + English four.

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four

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