headlock

noun /'hɛd,lɑk/

Definition
a wrestling hold in which the opponent's head is locked between the crook of your elbow and the side of your body
Example
The word 'headlock' is often used in everyday conversation.
Etymology
No etymology available.

Quick Facts

Palindrome
No
Compound Word
No
Proper Noun
No
Rare
No
Archaic
No
Obsolete
No
Slang
No
Vowels
3
Consonants
5
Length
8

Word Statistics

Length
8
Syllables
2
Scrabble Score
Frequency

Word Characteristics