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Muay Thai

American

[moi tahy] / ˈmɔɪ ˌtaɪ /

noun

a martial art and sport developed in Thailand, similar to boxing, involving striking with the fists, elbows, knees, and legs.

Muay Thai British

/ ˈmuːeɪ ˈtaɪ /

noun

a martial art developed in Thailand in which blows may be struck with the fists, elbows, knees, and shins

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He quit football quite young and he really enjoyed Muay Thai and boxing.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

The two are seasoned martial artists — she’s a third-degree black belt in Seido karate and he’s practiced karate, boxing and Muay Thai kickboxing since he was a teenager.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 1, 2026

In 2023, Thai kickboxers boycotted the Southeast Asian Games in Cambodia after the sporting event they recognised as Muay Thai was introduced as Kun Khmer - which is what Cambodians call it.

From BBC • Jul. 25, 2025

“If Luke wants to settle it, I get down really well. Anything. Muay Thai, whatever.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2025

Cambodia on previous occasions had unsuccessfully suggested changing the official name of Thai boxing — a form of kickboxing — from Muay Thai to something with more neutral, less nationalistic connotations.

From Seattle Times • May 5, 2023

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