"superman punch" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: superman punches [plural]
Etymology: Probably from Superman, a comic-book superhero with superhuman strength and speed. Head templates: {{en-noun}} superman punch (plural superman punches)
  1. A technique used in Muay Thai, Sanshou, kickboxing, ITF-style taekwondo and mixed martial arts, which involves bringing the rear leg forward to feign a kick, then snapping the leg back while throwing a cross, resulting in greater power behind the punch. Wikipedia link: en:superman punch Categories (topical): Hit, Superman
    Sense id: en-superman_punch-en-noun-UoeZO3KS Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries

Inflected forms

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