Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: wrestle
IPA transcription: [ɹ'ɛsəl]
noun meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: wrestle, wrestling, grapple, grappling, hand-to-hand_struggle
    Meaning: the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat; "they had a fierce wrestle"; "we watched his grappling and wrestling with the bully"
verb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: wrestle
    Meaning: combat to overcome an opposing tendency or force; "He wrestled all his life with his feeling of inferiority"
  • Synonyms: wrestle
    Meaning: engage in deep thought, consideration, or debate; "I wrestled with this decision for years"
Usage examples
  • In a moment the two men were locked in a clumsy wrestle.
  • Previously he had never felt obliged to wrestle too seriously with this question.
  • I am Shepherd Paul, and I have come to wrestle with you, and to free your wife from your clutches.'
  • 'I am Stone Crusher,' answered the man, and the greatest wish of my life is to wrestle with Shepherd Paul.'
  • 'I am Tree Comber,' he answered proudly; 'and the greatest wish of my life is to wrestle with Shepherd Paul.'
  • But do not think us cowards; if you wish to try our strength, we will shoot and box, and wrestle, against any men on earth."