underhook

noun, verb — 2 senses

underhook

noun

Etymology From under- + hook.

1

Government, Hobbies, Lifestyle, Martial arts, Military, Politics, Sports, War, Wrestling A clinch hold performed by putting an arm under the opponent's arm, and holding the opponent's midsection or upper body.

underhook

verb

Etymology From under- + hook.

1

Government, Hobbies, Lifestyle, Martial arts, Military, Politics, Sports, War, Wrestling To use such a hold upon.

Related terms
overhook

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