boxing

1 of 2

noun (1)

box·​ing ˈbäk-siŋ 

: the art of attack and defense with the fists practiced as a sport

boxing

2 of 2

noun (2)

1

: an act of enclosing in a box

2

: a boxlike enclosure : casing

3

: material used for boxes and casings

Examples of boxing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

From red carpets to boxing rings, fashion shows to live concerts, stars filled every corner of the spotlight with style, power, and presence. —Okla Jones, Essence, 15 Sep. 2025

Ricky Hatton, a former boxing world champion in the light-welterweight and welterweight divisions, has died. —Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 14 Sep. 2025

One influential boxing figure in the United States, who spoke to The Athletic on condition of anonymity to protect working relationships, said the Saudi purses have changed how fighters assess their bouts. —Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2025

Since then, the 32-year-old has only stepped into the boxing ring when a title is on the line. —Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1711, in the meaning defined above

Noun (2)

1542, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing boxing

• boxing glove

Kids Definition

boxing

noun

box·​ing

ˈbäk-siŋ

: the sport of fighting with the fists

Medical Definition

boxing

noun

box·​ing ˈbäk-siŋ 

: construction of the base of a dental cast by building up the walls of an impression while preserving important landmarks