1. A wrestling hold in which pressure is applied to an opponent's neck and back
Usage: Common in professional and amateur wrestling
2. A proper name; a given name or surname
Usage: Capitalized when used as a personal name

Examples

• The wrestler applied a full nelson to pin his opponent.
• A half nelson is easier to execute than a full nelson.
• Nelson is a common surname in English-speaking countries.
• Admiral Nelson was a famous British naval commander.
• The coach taught the team how to escape from a nelson hold.