sambo

/ˈsæmbəʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A style of judo or wrestling that originated in the Soviet Union.

“The martial arts enthusiast began training in sambo to improve his hand-to-hand combat skills.”

2. proper noun

A martial arts school in New York City, founded by Waldemar C. Danakas in 1955.

“The owner of the local martial arts studio had trained in sambo at the original New York City school.”

Synonyms

  • judo
  • wrestling

Antonyms

  • submission
  • takedown