prizefight

noun

prize·​fight ˈprīz-ˌfīt 

: a professional boxing match

Examples of prizefight in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Lucas retains his hold on the lucrative smack market largely because of his ability to not attract attention; his eventual downfall is hastened by the regrettable decision to stand out in a crowd for once and rock a chinchilla fur coat and matching hat at a prizefight. —David Fear, Rolling Stone, 1 Dec. 2024

The Royal Parks noted on its website that the hill historically was a place where duels and prizefights were once fought. —San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Jan. 2024

The prizefight was postponed due to Tyson’s medical issues. —Marley Malenfant, Austin American-Statesman, 11 Nov. 2024

There’s ample footage of earlier prizefights where Paul knocks down opponents and Tyson, who in his prime years was known for explosive first round knockouts. —Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

earlier, "public sporting contest between two opponents," from prise, price, prize "sporting contest usually between two opponents, as a fencing or wrestling match" + fight entry 2, after prizefighter

First Known Use

1929, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

prizefight

noun

prize·​fight ˈprīz-ˌfīt 

: a contest between professional boxers for pay

prizefighter

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noun

prizefighting

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noun