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BOXING

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There are 13 meanings of the word Boxing.

Boxing - as a noun

Fighting with the fists

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fisticuffs21pugilism13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
contact sport
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The enclosure of something in a package or box

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
packing16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
enclosing12enclosure11envelopment18inclosure11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Boxing - as a verb

To place inside a box; to pack in one or more boxes.

Usually followed by in: to surround and enclose in a way that restricts movement; to corner, to hem in.

To mix two containers of paint of similar colour to ensure that the color is identical.

To make an incision or hole in (a tree) for the purpose of procuring the sap.

To enclose with boarding, lathing, etc., so as to conceal (for example, pipes) or to bring to a required form.

To furnish (for example, the axle of a wheel) with a box.

To enclose (images, text, etc.) in a box.

To place a value of a primitive type into a corresponding object.

To strike with the fists; to punch.

Example: "Leave this place before i box you!"

To fight against (a person) in a boxing match.

To participate in boxing; to be a boxer.

Example Sentences

"I enjoy watching professional boxing matches."
"He has been training in boxing for years."
"Joe is the reigning boxing champion in his weight class."
"She wears protective gear while boxing to prevent injuries."
"He has a powerful punch in boxing."
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Word Game Points

Is BOXING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, boxing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BOXING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is BOXING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, boxing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BOXING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is BOXING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, boxing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BOXING has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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