Pugilism (Noun)

Meaning

Fighting with the fists.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

• Fisticuffs
• Boxing

Hypernyms

• Contact Sport

Hyponyms

• Rope-a-dope
• In-fighting
• Fight
• Spar
• Professional Boxing

Related Words

• Pugilist (noun)
• Pugilistic (adjective)