Knockout

/ˈnɑːk.aʊt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A blow that renders a person unable to continue competing, especially in boxing.

He delivered a knockout in the third round of the fight.

A person or thing that is highly impressive or attractive.

The new actress is a knockout in her latest film.

An event or competition where contestants are eliminated until a winner is determined.

The tournament was set up as a knockout format with single-elimination rounds.

adjective

Extremely impressive or attractive.

She wore a knockout dress to the gala, turning everyone's heads.

Describing a decisive defeat or victory.

The team delivered a knockout performance, winning the championship easily.

The term 'knockout' comes from the boxing term where a fighter is knocked out and unable to continue.

knockout game:

A game in which players aim to knock out the competition.

knockout round:

A round in a contest where the loser is eliminated.

knockout beauty:

An exceptionally beautiful person.

A very attractive person, usually a woman.

That girl is a knockout; everyone was staring at her.

Incredible or outstanding.

The concert was a knockout performance!