Indian-wrestle

[ in-dee-uhn-res-uhl ]

verb (used without object)

, In·di·an-wres·tled, In·di·an-wres·tling.

1. to engage in Indian wrestling:

   to Indian-wrestle for the city championship.

verb (used with object)

, In·di·an-wres·tled, In·di·an-wres·tling.

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

   to Indian-wrestle any and all challengers.

Other Words From

• Indi·an-wrestler noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of Indian-wrestle¹

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

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

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