Definition

A person who trains in and competes in the sport of kickboxing, which combines elements of boxing and martial arts.

Example

The kickboxer trained every day to improve their skills and prepare for the upcoming match.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new kickboxer in town?

Yeah, I saw a poster for his first match next week!

I can't wait to see how he performs; I heard he trains really hard.

Me too! It’ll be exciting to watch a real kickboxer in action.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Kickboxer → It is formed from "kick" (originating from the Old English *cyccean*, meaning to strike with the foot) and "boxer" (from the Old French *boxer*, meaning to fight with the fists). A kickboxer is someone who fights using both foot strikes and fist strikes.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who strikes with their feet ('kick') and also fights with their fists ('boxer'). This helps you remember that a kickboxer is a fighter who uses both techniques.

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