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Indian-wrestle

American  
[in-dee-uhn-res-uhl] / ˈɪn di ənˌrɛs əl /

verb (used without object)

Indian-wrestled, Indian-wrestling

  1. to engage in Indian wrestling.

    to Indian-wrestle for the city championship.

verb (used with object)

Indian-wrestled, Indian-wrestling

  1. to contend with (another person) in Indian wrestling.

    to Indian-wrestle any and all challengers.

Other Word Forms

  • Indian-wrestler noun

Etymology

Origin of Indian-wrestle

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

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He would Indian-wrestle with five men at the same time.

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