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wrestler

Wrestler (noun) means a person who wrestles, especially as a sport or profession. Example: “The wrestler pinned his opponent in under a minute.”

noun
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A person who wrestles, especially as a sport or profession.
"The wrestler pinned his opponent in under a minute."

How to use wrestler

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who competes in wrestling.

Word forms

wrestlers plural

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Etymology

From Middle English wrastlere, equivalent to wrestle + -er.

Origin: Middle English

matman grappler

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What does “wrestler” mean?

The word “wrestler” means a person who wrestles, especially as a sport or profession. In plain terms, someone who competes in wrestling.

How do you use “wrestler” in a sentence?

Here is “wrestler” used in a sentence: “The wrestler pinned his opponent in under a minute.”

What part of speech is “wrestler”?

“Wrestler” is a noun.

Is “wrestler” a common word?

“Wrestler” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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