armlock

[ ahrm-lok ]
/ ˈɑrmˌlɒk /

noun

any hold in which a wrestler's arm is rendered immobile, often by the opponent twisting the arm.

Origin of armlock

First recorded in 1900–05; arm1 + lock1

Words nearby armlock

armistice day, armitage, armless, armlet, armload, armlock, armoire, armor, armor plate, armor-clad, armor-piercing