Nelson

/ˈnɛl.sən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A type of knot used in sailing to secure a line.

He tied a nelson to secure the sail tightly.

A maneuver in boxing where a fighter grabs their opponent's arm to control their movement.

He used a nelson to keep his opponent from escaping the hold.

A term used in sports indicating a significant lead over an opponent.

With a safe nelson in the final lap, she cruised to victory.

Colloquially referencing Admiral Lord Nelson, a British naval commander.

verb

To perform the act of putting someone in a nelson hold in wrestling or martial arts.

He nelsoned his opponent effectively during the match.

Named after Admiral Lord Nelson, likely due to a historical anecdote or use in military contexts.

to nelson someone

To trap or control someone effectively.

nelson hold

A specific wrestling move that involves control over an opponent.

wrestling

A sport involving grappling and strength.

grappling

A form of close combat where the goal is to gain a superior position.

To dominate or control someone completely.

He totally nelsoned the competition in the finals.

To play a strong hand in a game.

She decided to nelson that round with her great cards.