Wrestling

/ˈɹɛs.lɪŋ/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Scrabble:13 ptsWWF:16 pts9 letters

Definition of Wrestling

verb

To contend, with an opponent, by grappling and attempting to throw, immobilize or otherwise defeat him, depending on the specific rules of the contest
To struggle or strive
To take part in a wrestling match with someone
To move or lift something with difficulty
To throw a calf etc in order to brand it

noun

A sport where two opponents attempt to subdue each other in bare-handed grappling using techniques of leverage, holding, and pressure points.
A professional tumbling act that emulates the sport of wrestling. Also called "professional wrestling". It is distinguished from sport wrestling — which has strict internationally recognized rules and is conducted on a mat — by being scripted, rehearsed, conducted in a boxing ring rather than on a mat, and televised as entertainment.
The act of one who wrestles; a struggle to achieve something.

Anagrams of Wrestling

Words You Can Make

50 words can be made from the letters in "wrestling":

8-LETTER WORDS

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