In wrestling or martial arts, a takedown is a move that brings an opponent to the ground.
Takedowns are important in wrestling and martial arts because they help a person gain control over their opponent.
Examples:
He used a takedown to bring his opponent to the ground.
The wrestler practiced his takedowns.
In martial arts, takedowns are very useful.
The takedown was so fast, no one saw it coming.
Her takedowns are the best in the whole team.
The takedown in the fight was really cool.