Hammerlock (noun)

1. A wrestling hold in which an opponent"s arm is bent behind their back and held in place with the wrestler"s arm.
2. An armlock in which a wrestler or martial artist holds an opponent's arm behind their back, typically by locking their wrist and elbow with their own arm.

Origin:

Hammer + lock.

Examples:

1. The wrestler put his opponent in a hammerlock.
2. The martial artist used a hammerlock to subdue his opponent.
3. He applied a hammerlock to the man's arm and forced him to the ground.
4. The hammerlock was a common move used by wrestlers.
5. He was able to escape the hammerlock by twisting his body.