pugilism

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pugilism
n. sport of boxing, art of fighting with fists

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Boxing
Boxing is a martial art and combat sport in which two people throw punches at each other, usually with gloved hands. Historically, the goals have been to weaken and knock down the opponent.

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pugilism

Noun
1. fighting with the fists
(synonym) boxing, fisticuffs
(hypernym) contact sport
(hyponym) professional boxing
(class) below the belt


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Pugilism
(n.)
The practice of boxing, or fighting with the fist.
  

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