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DDT

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Noun — A professional-wrestling move where an attacker locks an opponent's head under their arm and falls backward, slamming the opponent's head into the mat.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

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Etymology

The wrestling move's name origin is debated, with several rival stories floating around in wrestling lore.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “DDT” mean?

The word “DDT” means a professional-wrestling move where an attacker locks an opponent's head under their arm and falls backward, slamming the opponent's head into the mat. In plain terms, a wrestling takedown move that drives an opponent's head into the canvas.

How do you use “DDT” in a sentence?

Here is “DDT” used in a sentence: “The crowd roared as he hit his signature DDT to end the match.”

What part of speech is “DDT”?

“DDT” is a noun.

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