choke hold
noun
Definition of choke hold
1 : a hold that involves strong choking pressure applied to the neck of another
2 : absolute dominance or control <had a choke hold on the city's finances>
1964
First Known Use of choke hold
1964
CHOKE HOLD Defined for English Language Learners
choke hold
noun
Definition of choke hold for English Language Learners
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: a method of holding someone by putting your arm around the person's neck with enough pressure to make breathing difficult or impossible
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: a force or influence that stops something from growing or developing
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