yokozuna

/joːkoːzɯɴa/ /joːkoo-zoo-nah/

Definitions

1. noun

the highest rank in Japanese professional sumo wrestling, held by a wrestler who has been awarded the title after winning a minimum of six top division tournaments.

“The yokozuna has been dominating the sumo wrestling scene for years.”

Synonyms

  • grand champion
  • sumo wrestler

Antonyms

  • beginner
  • novice