Kayo
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Kayo is a noun meaning (boxing) A knockout.
Meaning
(boxing) A knockout.
More Meanings
- To knock someone out, or render them unconscious or senseless.
Example Sentences
When Lee Savold, a perennial heavyweight title contender, was kayoed by the great Joe Louis, he was asked by reporters, did anyone in his lengthy career hit harder than Joe?
His stunning title-winning kayo of Charles captivated the country, and on top of everything, he was actually an amazing fighter for one of his years, both as a puncher and boxer.
Word Forms
- kayos
- kayoes
- kayoing
- kayoed
Synonyms for kayo
Depending on context, synonyms include knock out.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include knock out, deck, relieves, finisher, knockout, king-hit.
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