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pugilism

[ pyoo-juh-liz-uhm ]

noun

  1. the art or practice of fighting with the fists; boxing.


pugilism

/ ˈːɪˌɪə /

noun

  1. the art, practice, or profession of fighting with the fists; boxing
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Derived Forms

  • ˌܲˈپ, adverb
  • ˈܲ, noun
  • ˌܲˈپ, adjective
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yvlog History and Origins

Origin of pugilism1

1785–95; < Latin pugil boxer (akin to pugnus fist, ܲ to fight; compare Greek ý with the fist, ⲵḗ boxing) + -ism
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yvlog History and Origins

Origin of pugilism1

C18: from Latin pugil a boxer; related to pugnus fist, pugna a fight
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The iconic Royal Albert Hall has hosted pugilism for over a century, welcomed key political figures and showcased musical superstars.

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Edwards started boxing aged nine, following his older brother Charlie into the gym, and pugilism quickly consumed his life.

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His father Stan instructed him to do hours of press-ups from the age of five, introduced him to pugilism aged eight and encouraged him to turn professional after a few senior bouts..

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But he soon experienced the fickleness of pro pugilism in a significant step-up.

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The Boxing Pride gym taught Lozano the basics of pugilism and when she began defeating 16- and 17-year-olds when she was just 11, her trainer realized that “La Traviesa” could do great things.

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