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Definition of armlock

armlock

/ˈɑːrmˌlɑːk/
arm · lock
Plural:armlocks
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Past Simple:armlocked
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Past Participle:armlocked
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Present Participle:armlocking
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armlock Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A grappling hold in wrestling or martial arts in which an opponent's arm is twisted or hyperextended at the elbow or shoulder joint to force submission or restrict movement.

Example

"The judo instructor demonstrated how to safely escape from an armlock during the training session."

2

Firm, inescapable control or dominance over a situation, organization, or person.

Example

"The defending champions maintained an armlock on the tournament rankings throughout the entire season."

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• verb

1

To restrain or immobilize an opponent by applying an armlock.

Example

"In the final round of the match, the wrestler managed to armlock his challenger and secure the victory."

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• Nearby Words

armless
armlike
armload
armlock
armoire
armor
armored

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Armlock. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/armlock
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