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heel
heel
[noun]

a wrestler who is a bad guy or has a villainous character, typically followed by the audience dislikes and boos

Ex: The heel insulted his opponent's hometown to rile up the audience. 
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face
face
[noun]

a heroic or good-natured character in wrestling, typically loved by the audience

Ex: The face of the wrestling world, John Cena, always fights for justice and honor. 
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lightweight

(in boxing) an athlete that weighs between 59 and 61.2 kg and competes in lightweight class

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heavyweight

a boxer who weighs more than 91kg and competes in heavyweight class

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middleweight

a boxer who competes in the weight class that ranges from 70 to 73 kilograms

Ex: The middleweight showcased his agility and power in the ring. 
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light heavyweight

a boxer who competes in the light heavyweight weight class, typically between 76 to 79 kilograms

Ex: During the match, the light heavyweight displayed exceptional speed and agility. 
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featherweight

a boxer who competes in the featherweight weight class, typically between 56 and 57

Ex: The featherweight moved swiftly around the ring, landing precise jabs. 
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flyweight
flyweight
[noun]

a boxer who competes in the flyweight weight class, typically weighing up to 51 kilograms

Ex: During the fight, the flyweight landed a series of quick combinations. 
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bantamweight

a boxer who competes in the bantamweight weight class, typically between 52.2 and 53.5 kilograms

Ex: The bantamweight demonstrated excellent technique and quick footwork. 
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super heavyweight

a boxer who competes in the super heavyweight weight class, typically for boxers weighing over 91 kilograms

Ex: The super heavyweight adjusted his defense to absorb his opponent's powerful blows. 
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welterweight

a wrestler weighing 70–78 kg or 154–172 lb

Ex: The wrestler weighed in as a welterweight before the match. 
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sumo wrestler

an athlete who competes in sumo, a traditional Japanese form of full-contact wrestling

Ex: During the tournament, the sumo wrestler displayed immense strength and balance. 
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boxer
boxer
[noun]

a person who participates in a combat sport involving punches and strikes with the fists

Ex: The boxer trained rigorously for months before the championship match. 
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wrestler
wrestler
[noun]

an athlete who participates in wrestling

Ex: The wrestler executed a flawless takedown to score points in the match. 
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karateka
karateka
[noun]

a person who practices karate

Ex: The karateka demonstrated a powerful kick. 
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judoka
judoka
[noun]

a person who practices or competes in judo

Ex: The judoka executed a perfect throw during the match. 
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counterpuncher

a boxer who defensively reacts to opponents' attacks with precise punches

Ex: His coach emphasized the importance of timing and accuracy in becoming a successful counterpuncher. 
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out-boxer
out-boxer
[noun]

a boxer who uses quick footwork and long-range punches to maintain distance from their opponent

Ex: The out-boxer's strategy relies on footwork and reach advantage. 
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Nak Muay
Nak Muay
[noun]

a practitioner of Muay Thai, a traditional martial art from Thailand

Ex: The young Nak Muay showed great promise in the ring. 
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boxer-puncher

a boxer who blends technical skill with knockout power

Ex: He's a true boxer-puncher, mixing finesse with knockout punches. 
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kickboxer
kickboxer
[noun]

an athlete who practices the sport of kickboxing, which involves striking with both hands and feet

Ex: The kickboxer trained hard for the upcoming championship. 
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fencer
fencer
[noun]

an athlete who participates in the sport of fencing

Ex: The fencer's concentration and focus were key to winning crucial points. 
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kendoka
kendoka
[noun]

a practitioner of kendo, a modern Japanese martial art using bamboo swords

Ex: The kendoka practiced diligently every morning. 
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capoeirista

a practitioner of capoeira, a Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, acrobatics, and music

Ex: As a capoeirista, he trained daily to improve his agility and flexibility. 
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jujitsuka
jujitsuka
[noun]

a practitioner of jujitsu, specifically someone who trains and competes in the martial art of jujitsu

Ex: She has been a dedicated jujitsuka for over five years. 
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aikidoka
aikidoka
[noun]

a practitioner of the martial art aikido

Ex: Beginners often find aikidoka movements challenging to perform. 
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swarmer
swarmer
[noun]

a boxer who aggressively attacks their opponent with rapid and continuous punches

Ex: The swarmer maintained relentless pressure throughout the fight. 
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switch-hitter

a boxer who can effectively switch between fighting stances, orthodox and southpaw, during a match

Ex: The switch-hitter confused his opponent with rapid stance changes. 
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light heavyweight

a wrestler who typically weighs up to around 93 kilograms

Ex: He was a dominant force as a light heavyweight, holding multiple titles. 
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lightweight

a wrestler who weighs from 57 kg to 70 kg

Ex: He's considered a rising talented lightweight. 
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heavyweight

a wrestler whose weight is typically above 125 kg

Ex: The heavyweight executed a flawless takedown. 
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fighter
fighter
[noun]

an athlete who competes in combat sports, such as boxing, mixed martial arts, or kickboxing

Ex: The fighter trained intensely to prepare for his upcoming match. 
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middleweight

a wrestler who competes in the weight class between lightweight and heavyweight divisions, weighing between 74 kg and 84 kg

Ex: She's a middleweight aiming to qualify for the national team. 
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black belt

a person who has achieved a high level of skill and experience in a martial art, typically after years of training and passing advanced tests

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welterweight

an amateur boxer weighing up to 67 kg or 148 lb

Ex: During the fight, the welterweight showcased exceptional speed and footwork. 
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