Bare-knuckle
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Bare-knuckle is an adjective meaning (boxing) Without boxing gloves.
Meaning
(boxing) Without boxing gloves.
More Meanings
- (by extension) Characterized by ruthlessly attacking or overpowering an opponent, especially when using underhanded techniques.
- To box without boxing gloves.
- To attack or overpower ruthlessly.
Example Sentences
a bareknuckle exchange on the Senate floor
In bare-knuckle fights, one of the most frequent injuries is a broken hand.
In one sense such bare-knuckle tactics reflect the fact that IP grants are (and are intended to be) monopolies.
The difference between a street fight and a bare-knuckle boxing match is an accepted set of rules, such as not striking a downed opponent.
Word Forms
- bare-knuckles
- bare-knuckling
- bare-knuckled
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bare-knuckled, barehand, bare-handed, gloveless, punchless, barehanded.
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