SportsAugust 16, 2026

pinfall

PIN-fall

Definition

A method of winning a wrestling match by holding an opponent's shoulders against the mat for a count of three by the referee.

Etymology

Derived from the combination of 'pin,' meaning to hold or fasten, and 'fall,' which refers to a defeat in wrestling terms dating back to the late 19th century.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe specific moments where Bayley secured a win, such as when she reversed a move to gain a victory or when a wrestler won a match to take a championship.

Bayley's Best WWE Matches, Ranked & Reviewed By Quality

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