pugilist in Portuguese

pugilist in Portuguese is boxeador, boxeadora, pugilista — pugilist means a person who fights using their fists, especially a professional boxer.

pugilist in Portuguese

boxeador

noun

One who fights with their fists, especially a professional prize fighter; a boxer. [from 1790]

boxeadora

noun

One who fights with their fists, especially a professional prize fighter; a boxer. [from 1790]

pugilista

noun

One who fights with their fists, especially a professional prize fighter; a boxer. [from 1790]

What does "pugilist" mean?

noun A person who fights using their fists, especially a professional boxer.
"In 1925, boxer shorts were unleashed on the world: loose-fitting underwear for men, featuring an elastic waistband inspired by the shorts worn by boxers. It was underwear for the inner pugilist."
noun A person who argues aggressively, either for themselves or on someone else's behalf.
"President Nixon tried to make leaders of communist bloc countries believe he was a volatile, irrational pugilist."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

pugilist in a sentence

In 1925, boxer shorts were unleashed on the world: loose-fitting underwear for men, featuring an elastic waistband inspired by the shorts worn by boxers. It was underwear for the inner pugilist.
President Nixon tried to make leaders of communist bloc countries believe he was a volatile, irrational pugilist.

Similar words in Portuguese

boxer pug

Common Portuguese translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "pugilist" in Portuguese?

"pugilist" in Portuguese is boxeador, boxeadora, pugilista. pugilist means: A person who fights using their fists, especially a professional boxer.

Are there other ways to say "pugilist" in Portuguese?

Yes — Portuguese has 3 translations listed for "pugilist": boxeador, boxeadora, pugilista.

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