boxer
BOK-suh
Boxer (noun) means a person who fights in the sport of boxing. Example: “The young boxer trained six days a week for the championship.”
noun
1
A person who fights in the sport of boxing.
"The young boxer trained six days a week for the championship."
"The retired boxer now coaches teenagers at the local gym."
"Crowds cheered as the boxer climbed through the ropes and raised both gloves."
2
A breed of medium-sized dog with a short coat and a square, muscular muzzle.
"Their boxer greeted every visitor by leaning against their legs."
"A boxer needs plenty of exercise, so we walk ours twice a day."
"The boxer bounced around the garden with a muddy ball in its mouth."
How to use boxer
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who boxes competitively, or a breed of muscular, short-haired dog.
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Etymology
From German "Boxer," from "boxen" ("to box, to strike with the fists") plus the agent suffix "-er."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “boxer” mean?
The word “boxer” means a person who fights in the sport of boxing. In plain terms, someone who boxes competitively, or a breed of muscular, short-haired dog.
How do you pronounce “boxer”?
“Boxer” is pronounced BOK-suh (/ˈbɑksɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “boxer” in a sentence?
Here is “boxer” used in a sentence: “The young boxer trained six days a week for the championship.”
What part of speech is “boxer”?
“Boxer” is a noun.
Where does the word “boxer” come from?
The word “boxer” comes from German. From German "Boxer," from "boxen" ("to box, to strike with the fists") plus the agent suffix "-er.".
Is “boxer” a common word?
“Boxer” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “boxer” have?
“Boxer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who fights in the sport of boxing.
What is the difference between a boxer and a fighter?
A boxer specifically refers to someone who fights in the sport of boxing, following its particular rules and using only punches. "Fighter" is a broader term that can describe someone who competes in any combat sport, such as boxing, mixed martial arts, or wrestling.
What is the difference between a boxer dog and other dog breeds?
A boxer is a medium-sized dog breed known for its short coat and square, muscular muzzle, distinguishing it from breeds with longer coats or narrower snouts. The breed's name comes from its playful habit of standing on its hind legs and using its front paws in a way that resembles boxing.
Why is the dog breed called a boxer?
The boxer dog breed is thought to be named for its tendency to play by standing up and batting at things with its front paws, a motion that resembles a person boxing. This is separate from the human sense of boxer, meaning a person who competes in the sport of boxing.
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