freestyle

free·style

F0312200 (frē′stīl′)n.1. a. A rapid swimming stroke consisting of alternating overarm strokes and a flutter kick; the crawl.b. A swimming event or leg of an event in which the contestants may choose any stroke.2. 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 athleticism.3. A style of wrestling in which all noninjurious holds or tactics are permitted.

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free′style′ adv. & adj.free′styl′er n.

freestyle

(ˈfriːˌstaɪl) n1. (Swimming, Water Sports & Surfing) a competition or race, as in swimming, in which each participant may use a style of his or her choice instead of a specified style2. (Wrestling) a. an amateur style of wrestling with an agreed set of rulesb. Also called: all-in wrestling a style of professional wrestling with no internationally agreed set of rules3. (Skiing) a series of acrobatics performed in skiing, etc4. (Individual Sports, other than specified) (as modifier): a freestyle event.

free•style

(ˈfriˌstaɪl)

n. 1. a. a swimming competition in which any of the standard strokes may be used. b. the crawl. 2. a performance or routine intended to demonstrate an individual's special skills or style, as in figure skating or gymnastics. [1930–35] free′styl`er, n.

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freestyle - a race (as in swimming) in which each contestant has a free choice of the style to userace - a contest of speed; "the race is to the swift"

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