boxing

¹ American  

[bok-sing] / ˈbɒk sɪŋ /

noun

1. the material used to make boxes or casings.

2. a boxlike enclosure; casing.

3. an act or instance of putting into or furnishing with a box.

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boxing ² American  

[bok-sing] / ˈbɒk sɪŋ /

noun

1. the act, technique, or profession of fighting with the fists, with or without boxing gloves.

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boxing British  

/ ˈbɒksɪŋ /

noun

1. 1. the act, art, or profession of fighting with the fists, esp the modern sport practised under Queensberry rules

   2. ( as modifier )

      a boxing enthusiast

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Etymology

Origin of boxing¹

First recorded in 1510–20; box ¹ + -ing ¹

Origin of boxing¹

First recorded in 1705–15; box ² + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The 65 million concurrent viewers for the Nov. 15, 2024, fight between the YouTube star and the boxing legend was more than Netflix prepared for.

From The Wall Street Journal

The New York State Athletic Commission ruled the concentration detected was below the threshold used by major boxing jurisdictions, allowing the bout to proceed.

From BBC

The family of Brendan Ingle have shared their pride over the late boxing trainer being portrayed by a Hollywood icon in an upcoming film.

From BBC

Then, after returning to boxing in 1991, there came a long stretch of “not so much” in the area of acting success.

From Los Angeles Times

Former heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury has announced he will return to boxing in 2026, bringing an end to his latest spell of retirement.

From BBC