pugilism

Translations

pugilismnoun
He dedicated his life to pugilism, training every day to become a champion boxer.
Il a consacré sa vie à la boxe, s'entraînant chaque jour pour devenir champion.
Additional translations
pugilatSoutenu; désigne surtout le combat à coups de poing.
Synonyms
gladiatorial combat

Definitions

pugilismnoun
The profession or sport of boxing.
He dedicated his life to pugilism, training every day to become a champion boxer.
The art or practice of fighting with the fists; boxing in general.
Pugilism was a popular way for the miners to settle their differences.