BOXING

[noun] [U] - a sport in which two competitors fight by hitting each other with their handsBoxing involves punching your opponent with your fists while wearing protective gloves.Many doctors believe that boxing is too dangerous and should be banned.He's a former world heavyweight boxing champion.The first known boxing match in Britain took place in 1681 between the Duke of Albemarle's butler and butcher.Boxing gloves are a pair of large thick hand coverings that are worn for protection when boxing.A boxing ring is a small enclosed area where boxers compete.