Definition

A person who fights with their fists, especially in a sport or competition.

Example

The boxer trained hard every day to prepare for the championship match.

Conversation

Did you watch the match last night with that famous boxer?

Yeah, it was amazing! He really knows how to put on a show.

I can't believe how fast he was in the ring.

I know! He’s definitely one of the best boxers out there.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Boxer → The word 'boxer' is formed from 'box' (from Old English 'box', meaning a container or a case) and '-er' (meaning a person who). A boxer is a person who engages in the sport of boxing, which involves fighting with gloves in a ring.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'box' as a container, and remember that a 'boxer' is a person who fights in a ring, much like how a box contains something.

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