Dictionary of English Synonymes(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate these synonyms: 1  governor(n.) Synonyms: ruler, director, manager, comptroller, superintendent, overseer. 2  governor(n.) Synonyms: executive, chief magistrate. 3  governor(n.) Synonyms: tutor, instructor, guardian.
Freebase(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: Wrestling is a form of combat sport involving grappling type techniques such as clinch fighting, throws and takedowns, joint locks, pins and other grappling holds. A wrestling bout is a physical competition, between two competitors or sparring partners, who attempt to gain and maintain a superior position.
Greco-Roman wrestling. Greco-Roman (US) or Graeco-Roman (UK) wrestling is a style of wrestling that is practiced worldwide. It was contested at the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 and has been included in every edition of the summer Olympics held since 1908.