ENGLISH DICTIONARYMeaning
(professional wrestling) A wrestling move in which the wrestler picks up their opponent off the ground (or mat) and then, using a large portion of their own body weight, drives the opponent down on the mat by throwing them over their center of gravity, usually arching their back..
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- (professional wrestling) A wrestling move in which the wrestler picks up their opponent off the ground (or mat) and then, using a large portion of their own body weight, drives the opponent down on the mat by throwing them over their center of gravity, usually arching their back.
- (transitive, professional wrestling) To subject to this maneuver.
Word Forms
- suplexes
- suplexing
- suplexed
Related Words
When Should You Use Suplex?
Use suplex when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does suplex mean?
Suplex means (professional wrestling) A wrestling move in which the wrestler picks up their opponent off the ground (or mat) and then, using a large portion of their own body weight, drives the opponent down on the mat by throwing them over their center of gravity, usually arching their back..
What is a synonym for suplex?
The closest synonym depends on the sentence and intended sense.
What is the opposite of suplex?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use suplex in a sentence?
Use suplex where its definition matches the intended context.
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