(US, naval slang) The measurement of a person's body fat, by means of a measuring tape around parts of the body, to determine whether they meet physical fitness standards for service.

simple past tense of choke down

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of choke down

plural of choke-hold

Alternative form of chokehold

A form of strangulation that compresses the carotid arteries, the jugular veins, or both without compressing the airway, hence leading to cerebral ischemia and a temporary hypoxic condition.

A form of strangulation that compresses the upper airway (trachea, larynx or laryngopharynx), hence interfering with breathing and leading to asphyxia.

plural of guillotine choke

A chokehold applied from in front of the opponent, using the arms to encircle the opponent's neck.

simple past tense and past participle of choke off