Sparring Partner (Noun)
Meaning
A boxer who spars with another boxer who is training for an important fight.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The boxer's coach brought in a new sparring partner to help him prepare for the championship fight.
- His sparring partner was a southpaw, which was perfect for mimicking the fighting style of his upcoming opponent.
- The boxer's sparring partner was a bit too aggressive, causing him to suffer a minor injury during their session.
- The coach instructed the sparring partner to focus on throwing jabs and hooks to test the boxer's defense.
- After a few rounds with his sparring partner, the boxer felt more confident in his ability to take on the reigning champion.