pugilist
UK/'pju:dʒilist/US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
A person who fights with their fists, especially a professional boxer
拳击手，职业拳击运动员
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedpugilroot
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istone who practices, believer in
=pugilist
Common Collocations
- 1.seasoned pugilist经验丰富的拳击手
- 2.professional pugilist职业拳击手
- 3.[prize-fighting pugilist]参加奖金赛的拳击手
- 4.skilled pugilist技艺精湛的拳击手
Example Sentences
- 1.
The veteran pugilist stepped into the ring for what would be his final bout.
- 2.
She trained as a pugilist for years before winning her first regional championship.
- 3.
The documentary profiles three pugilists from impoverished backgrounds who rose to fame.