suplex

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. 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.
verb
  1. To subject to this maneuver.

Pronunciation

/ˈsuplɛks/

Word forms

suplex suplexes suplexing suplexed

Etymology

Perhaps related to the suplay of classical wrestling, if not further inspired by super; also see -ex. Another explanation could be from sub + plecto, (meaning essentially I turn, twist, combine, or "braid" from under) which could ultimately reduce into English as suplex due to it being a novel innovation.

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