freestyle

(frēˈstīlˌ)

1. a. A swimming event or leg of an event in which the contestants may choose any stroke.
   b. The crawl.
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 athletic expertise.
3. A style of wrestling in which all noninjurious holds or tactics are permitted.

Related Forms:

• freeˈstyleˌ adverb & adj.

• freeˈstylˌer noun