prizefight

American  

[prahyz-fahyt] / ˈpraɪzˌfaɪt /

Or prize fight

noun

1. a contest between boxers for a prize, a sum of money, etc.; a professional boxing match.

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prizefight British  

/ ˈpraɪzˌfaɪt /

noun

1. a boxing match for a prize or purse, esp one of the fights popular in the 18th and 19th centuries

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Other Word Forms

• prizefighter noun
• prizefighting noun

Etymology

Origin of prizefight

First recorded in 1695–1705

Example Sentences

"Watching the video, the officers look more like referees or audience members at a prizefight, not adults charged with the care and supervision of young people," Mr Bonta said at a press conference on Monday.

From BBC

The 27-year-old Paul is a YouTube star who has forged a successful prizefighting career mostly by taking on mixed martial artists and journeymen boxers.

From Seattle Times

The Royal Parks noted on its website that the hill historically was a place where duels and prizefights were once fought.

From Washington Times

“He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life,” said Muhammad Ali, who absorbed as much punishment as he dished out in his prizefights.

From Washington Times

Mr. Harnick and Mr. Bock got off to a weak start in 1958 with “The Body Beautiful,” set in the world of prizefighting, which closed after a brief run.

From New York Times