Looking for the meaning of the word BOXING in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of BOXING with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Box
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
late Middle English (in the general sense ‘a blow’): of unknown origin
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
bɒks
Dialects: British English
Definition:
fight an opponent using one's fists; compete in the sport of boxing
Short Definition:fight opponent using one's fists
Examples:- he boxed for England
- he had to box Benn for the title
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