abrazo
- noun
- /əˈbrɑːzoʊ/
- Jargon
:
agarre
- During the match, the fighters entered an abrazo to avoid further punches.
Examples
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The referee separated the boxers after a long abrazo in the third round.
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He used an abrazo to control his opponent and catch his breath.
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The boxer used an abrazo to control his opponent.
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In judo, an abrazo can prevent strikes effectively.
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The referee separated the boxers after a long abrazo in the third round.
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During the match, the fighters entered an abrazo to avoid further punches.
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He used an abrazo to control his opponent and catch his breath.
Synonyms
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5.8
A tight hold between two people, as in a hug or a fight
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4.7
A grip or move used to control an opponent in a match
Surface Forms
Etymology
Abrazo comes from Spanish brazo, which means 'arm' and comes from Latin bracchium. In fighting, an abrazo is literally putting your arms around an opponent to control them, so it means a close hold or clinch.