"Devon wrestling" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} Devon wrestling (uncountable)
  1. (historical) A form of wrestling, popular in the nineteenth century, in which competitors could kick each other with hardened footwear. Wikipedia link: Devon wrestling Tags: historical, uncountable
    Sense id: en-Devon_wrestling-en-noun-XkOfCRng Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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