Boxing

a Thai martial art that combines boxing with stand-up striking and clinching techniques

He trains in Muay Thai for its effective striking techniques.

a combat sport that combines elements of boxing and kicking techniques

Kickboxing involves punching and kicking techniques.

a French form of kickboxing that incorporates both punches and kicks

The savate practitioner demonstrated a series of powerful kicks during the sparring session.

a dynamic style of kickboxing emphasizing diverse striking techniques, originating in Japan and known for high-level competitions

K-1 tournaments showcase the best kickboxers worldwide.

to forcefully stab or pierce something with a sharp object

He jabbed the knife into the cardboard box to open it.

to go across or to the other side of something

Every morning, he crosses the bridge on his way to work.

to attach or secure something by means of a curved or angled object

She hooked her keys onto the belt loop of her jeans.

(boxing) a powerful punch thrown from below, aimed upward toward the opponent's chin or body

Her uppercut to the chin stunned her opponent in the final round.

(boxing) a strike aimed at the opponent's torso area, typically the ribs or abdomen

He landed a powerful body punch in the third round.

(Muay Thai) a powerful strike where the fighter pivots on one foot while swinging the other leg horizontally to hit the opponent with the shin or foot

He landed a devastating roundhouse kick to his opponent's ribs.

a defensive technique in boxing to dodge punches and set up counterattacks

He used a bob and weave to evade his opponent's jab.

a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides

the strategic shifting or dodging of the head in boxing to avoid incoming strikes from an opponent

His head movement helped him evade his opponent's punches.

a punching technique where a boxer throws a hook while moving backward or sideways to counter an opponent's attack

The check hook caught his opponent off guard.

a striking technique in kickboxing targeting an opponent's thigh or lower leg

He weakened his opponent with a powerful low kick.

the act of stopping something

a person or an object that is considered extremely attractive or impressive

a tool used to create precise holes in metal surfaces, typically in electrical enclosures or panels, to accommodate conduit or pipe fittings

a situation that occurs when a referee stops a fight because one fighter is unable to continue due to injury

His opponent's relentless attacks led to a technical knockout in the fifth round.

a situation where two of the three judges score the bout in favor of one boxer, while the third judge scores it in favor of the other boxer

The bout was highly competitive, leading to a split decision that surprised many fans.

a training exercise where a boxer practices their technique, footwork, and movement without an opponent, often visualizing an imaginary opponent or scenarios

He warmed up by shadowboxing before stepping into the ring.

making the motions of attack and defense with the fists and arms; a part of training for a boxer

the long-distance running or jogging done by boxers to build stamina and endurance

He starts his day with roadwork to build endurance.

a game for children in which a player covers and then suddenly uncovers their face saying “peekaboo!”

a left-handed fighting position where the boxer's right hand and right foot are forward

He prefers fighting from a southpaw stance.

a stance where a boxer's left hand and left foot are forward, with the right hand and right foot positioned behind

He prefers to fight from an orthodox stance to maximize his jab.

the preliminary boxing matches that precede the main event

The undercard provided some unexpected knockouts.

behavior that is acceptable and considered to be appropriate within a certain setting

Despite the fact he was knowledgeable and dedicated towards his work, the company fired him because he didn’t follow the Queensberry rules in the office.

a professional boxing match where boxers compete for a cash prize

The prizefight ended in a knockout in the early rounds.

a push kick used in Muay Thai and other martial arts to create distance or disrupt an opponent's balance

The teep kick is a fundamental technique in Muay Thai.

the act of breaking away or withdrawing from

a defensive tactic where a boxer responds to an opponent's attack by immediately delivering a punch of their own

Her counterpunch stunned her opponent, turning the momentum of the fight.

a period or round of play in which one team or competitor is actively attacking or competing

The boxer dominated the final bout with swift jabs.