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Muay Thai
Muay Thai
[noun]

a Thai martial art that combines boxing with stand-up striking and clinching techniques

Ex: He trains in Muay Thai for its effective striking techniques. 
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kickboxing

a combat sport that combines elements of boxing and kicking techniques

Ex: Kickboxing involves punching and kicking techniques. 
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savate
savate
[noun]

a French form of kickboxing that incorporates both punches and kicks

Ex: The savate practitioner demonstrated a series of powerful kicks during the sparring session. 
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K-1
K-1
[noun]

a dynamic style of kickboxing emphasizing diverse striking techniques, originating in Japan and known for high-level competitions

Ex: K-1 tournaments showcase the best kickboxers worldwide. 
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jab
jab
[noun]

a quick, straight punch thrown with the lead hand to create distance

Ex: He landed a series of jabs to score points in the early rounds. 
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cross
cross
[noun]

(boxing) a straight punch thrown with the rear hand, usually aimed straight at the opponent's head or body

Ex: He landed a powerful cross to his opponent's jaw. 
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hook
hook
[noun]

(boxing) a powerful punch thrown with a bent arm aimed at connecting with the side or front of an opponent's head or body

Ex: Her hook to the body weakened her opponent's defenses. 
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uppercut
uppercut
[noun]

(boxing) a powerful punch thrown from below, aimed upward toward the opponent's chin or body

Ex: Her uppercut to the chin stunned her opponent in the final round. 
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body punch

(boxing) a strike aimed at the opponent's torso area, typically the ribs or abdomen

Ex: He landed a powerful body punch in the third round. 
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roundhouse kick

(Muay Thai) a powerful strike where the fighter pivots on one foot while swinging the other leg horizontally to hit the opponent with the shin or foot

Ex: He landed a devastating roundhouse kick to his opponent's ribs. 
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bob and weave

a defensive technique in boxing to dodge punches and set up counterattacks

Ex: He used a bob and weave to evade his opponent's jab. 
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to block
to block
[Verb]

to obstruct or hinder the progress or action of an opponent, typically in sports or competitive activities

Ex: In basketball, the defender blocked the opponent's shot with a well-timed jump. 
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head movement

the strategic shifting or dodging of the head in boxing to avoid incoming strikes from an opponent

Ex: His head movement helped him evade his opponent's punches. 
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check hook

a punching technique where a boxer throws a hook while moving backward or sideways to counter an opponent's attack

Ex: The check hook caught his opponent off guard. 
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low kick
low kick
[noun]

a striking technique in kickboxing targeting an opponent's thigh or lower leg

Ex: He weakened his opponent with a powerful low kick. 
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stoppage
stoppage
[noun]

the situation where the referee ends the fight early due to one boxer's inability to continue safely

Ex: The fight ended in a stoppage in the third round. 
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knockout
knockout
[noun]

a situation where one fighter delivers a punch or series of punches that disable their opponent of fighting in that match, leading to an immediate victory

Ex: Her left hook resulted in a stunning knockout early in the match. 
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knockout punch

a powerful strike that makes an opponent unconscious or unable to continue the fight, resulting in an immediate victory for the delivering boxer

Ex: Knockout punches can end a fight suddenly and decisively. 
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technical knockout

a situation that occurs when a referee stops a fight because one fighter is unable to continue due to injury

Ex: His opponent's relentless attacks led to a technical knockout in the fifth round. 
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split decision

a situation where two of the three judges score the bout in favor of one boxer, while the third judge scores it in favor of the other boxer

Ex: The bout was highly competitive, leading to a split decision that surprised many fans. 
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shadowboxing

a training exercise where a boxer practices their technique, footwork, and movement without an opponent, often visualizing an imaginary opponent or scenarios

Ex: He warmed up by shadowboxing before stepping into the ring. 
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sparring
sparring
[noun]

a controlled practice session where boxers simulate a real fight, focusing on technique, timing, and strategy without aiming to knock out their opponent

Ex: They engaged in intense sparring sessions to prepare for the upcoming tournament. 
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roadwork
roadwork
[noun]

the long-distance running or jogging done by boxers to build stamina and endurance

Ex: He starts his day with roadwork to build endurance. 
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peekaboo
peekaboo
[noun]

a defensive style where the boxer holds their gloves close to their cheeks to protect their face while maintaining mobility

Ex: His peekaboo guard allowed him to slip and counter his opponent's punches effectively. 
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southpaw stance

a left-handed fighting position where the boxer's right hand and right foot are forward

Ex: He prefers fighting from a southpaw stance. 
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orthodox stance

a stance where a boxer's left hand and left foot are forward, with the right hand and right foot positioned behind

Ex: He prefers to fight from an orthodox stance to maximize his jab. 
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undercard
undercard
[noun]

the preliminary boxing matches that precede the main event

Ex: The undercard provided some unexpected knockouts. 
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Queensberry rules

the standard regulations for modern boxing matches

Ex: The boxer violated Queensberry rules by hitting below the belt. 
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prizefight

a professional boxing match where boxers compete for a cash prize

Ex: The prizefight ended in a knockout in the early rounds. 
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teep kick
teep kick
[noun]

a push kick used in Muay Thai and other martial arts to create distance or disrupt an opponent's balance

Ex: The teep kick is a fundamental technique in Muay Thai. 
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breakaway
breakaway
[noun]

(boxing) a quick maneuver to separate from an opponent, typically from a clinch, aimed at gaining advantage or creating space

Ex: The boxer used a breakaway to escape the clinch. 
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counterpunch

a defensive tactic where a boxer responds to an opponent's attack by immediately delivering a punch of their own

Ex: Her counterpunch stunned her opponent, turning the momentum of the fight. 
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bout
bout
[noun]

an event where individuals compete in the sport of boxing

Ex: The boxer trained tirelessly for his upcoming bout, determined to win the championship title. 
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