Plum /PLUM/
Plum (pronounced PLUM) is a Muay Thai technique term. The dominant clinch position: both hands cupped behind the opponent's head, forearms clamped on the collarbones, elbows tight. From here the attacker snaps the head down into knees. It is also written Thai plum, Double collar tie and Double neck tie. Related terms: Clinch, Single collar tie and Khao trong.
Meaning
- Plum
- The dominant clinch position: both hands cupped behind the opponent's head, forearms clamped on the collarbones, elbows tight. From here the attacker snaps the head down into knees.
| Term | Plum |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation (approx.) | PLUM |
| Also written | Thai plum, Double collar tie, Double neck tie |
| Category | Technique |
Sources: fightencyclopedia.com ↗ · muaythailand.co.uk ↗
Guides that use “Plum”
- Muay Thai Clinch Basics: Posture, Position and Your First Grips An introduction to the Muay Thai clinch: posture, inside position, the neck tie and double collar, turning...
Questions about Plum
What does Plum mean in Muay Thai?
The dominant clinch position: both hands cupped behind the opponent's head, forearms clamped on the collarbones, elbows tight. From here the attacker snaps the head down into knees.
How do you pronounce Plum?
Plum is pronounced roughly PLUM. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
What are other spellings of Plum?
It is also written Thai plum, Double collar tie and Double neck tie. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Plum?
Related terms: Clinch, Single collar tie and Khao trong.
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