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pugilism

/ˈpjuːdʒɪlɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does pugilism mean?

noun

The art or practice of boxing; a boxer. A contentious or quarrelsome attitude.

Example

"The boxer's pugilism was evident in his aggressive fighting style."

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