- 1. n. a wrestling hold in which the holder puts an arm under the opponent's arm and exerts pressure on the back of the neck Source: wordnet
- 2. A hold in which one arm is thrust under the corresponding arm of the opponent, generally behind, and the hand placed upon the back of his neck. In the full nelson both hands are so placed. Source: webster
- 3. A hold in which one arm is thrust under the corresponding armof the opponent, generally behind, and the hand placed upon the backof his neck. In the full nelson both hands are so placed. Source: adambom
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