takedown

• Nom désignant l'action de faire tomber quelqu'un au sol, notamment en lutte ou en arts martiaux, ou une critique ou réfutation cinglante d'un argument ou d'une personne.

A noun referring to the act of bringing someone to the ground from a standing position, especially in wrestling, or a critical remark that defeats an argument.

1. Wrestling moveB2formalsport

   A technique used to bring an opponent from a standing position to the ground, typically in wrestling or martial arts.

   Amener au sol

   • He executed a perfect takedown in the first round.
   • The wrestler practiced his takedown technique for hours.
   • A quick takedown can change the momentum of a match.

   Synonymessweeptacklethrowtrip

2. Critical remarkB2informal

   A comment or statement that severely criticizes or humiliates someone.

   Critique cinglante

   • Her speech was a brilliant takedown of the company's policies.
   • The comedian delivered a hilarious takedown of the politician.
   • His review was a brutal takedown of the film.

   Synonymesattackbroadsidecondemnationcriticismdenunciationpanput-downroastslam