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

However, even those without a passion for boxing can enjoy working out with a speed bag. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026

Hayden Panettiere’s ex-fiancé, former heavyweight-boxing champion Wladimir Klitschko, posted a touching tribute to her following her death at 36. — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 18 Aug. 2026

There were many times in the early 2000s when the Klitschko brothers ruled the boxing world just as Hayden Panettiere ruled the television world. — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 17 Aug. 2026

Panettiere gave birth to her daughter, with boxing champ Wladimir Klitschko, in 2014 and battled postpartum depression. — Terry Castleman, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026

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
• letter boxing

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