pugilist

Meanings

• noun

  A person who engages in boxing or other forms of hand-to-hand combat.

  - "He is a renowned pugilist, known for his powerful punches."
  - "The boxing match featured two skilled pugilists going head to head."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with pugilist
rhythmist , mistress , histrionist

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Variants

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pugilist , pugilists

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'pugil' meaning 'fighter'.

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Trivia

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1. The first recorded boxing match took place in ancient Egypt around 3000 BC.

2. The term 'pugilist' was first used in English literature in the 15th century.

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Related Concepts

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1. boxer: A person who practices or competes in the sport of boxing.

2. fighter: A person who engages in physical combat or conflict.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'pugilist' has been used to describe characters who are skilled fighters or warriors. In art, pugilists have been depicted in various forms, including sculptures and paintings. In music, there have been songs and albums dedicated to the sport of boxing and its pugilists.

How to Memorize "pugilist"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person wearing boxing gloves and stepping into a boxing ring.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'pugilist' with the image of a boxer in the ring.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Pugilist Punch' to remember the meaning of the word.

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