Headlock (noun)

A wrestling hold in which a person's head is locked in place by the arms of an opponent.

Origin:

Early 20th century; earliest use found in the ring. perhaps blend of head + lock.

Examples:

1. He put the wrestler in a headlock and held him down until he gave up.
2. The fighter applied a headlock to his opponent, causing him to submit.
3. The coach taught his team how to get out of a headlock and counter with a different hold.
4. The two men struggled in a headlock, each trying to gain the upper hand.
5. The judo master demonstrated the proper technique for a headlock, showing how to maintain control while avoiding injury.