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freestyle - 2 dictionary results

free⋅style

[free-stahyl]
–noun
1. Swimming.
a. competition in which any of the standard strokes may be used, according to the swimmer's choice.
b. the crawl.
2. Wrestling. catch-as-catch-can.
3. (in other sports) a performance or routine featuring relatively free, unrestricted movement or intended to demonstrate an individual's special skills or style, as in figure skating, gymnastics, or surfing.

Origin:
1930–35; free + style


freestyler, noun
free·style   (frē'stīl')   
n.  
    1. A swimming event or leg of an event in which the contestants may choose any stroke.
    2. The crawl.
  1. A competition, as in figure skating, skiing, or surfing, in which any maneuver or movement is allowed and competitors are judged on their artistic expression, acrobatic skill, and athletic expertise.
  2. A style of wrestling in which all noninjurious holds or tactics are permitted.
free'style' adv. & adj., free'styl'er n.
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