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    Makipagboksing (en. To box)

    ma-ki-pag-bok-sing

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    An action involving the use of hands and body for fighting.
    He wants to box against the best boxers.
    Nais niyang makipagboksing sa mga pinakamagagaling na boksingero.
    Participation in a sport focused on fighting in a ring.
    Due to his dedication, he decided to box in the next match.
    Dahil sa kanyang dedikasyon, nagdesisyon siyang makipagboksing sa susunod na laban.

    Etymology

    Etymology origin: boxing

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to box in the ring
    To participate in a boxing match scheduled to take place in a ring.
    makipagboksing sa ring

    Related Words

    boxing
    A sport involving the use of fists in combat.
    boksing
    boxer
    A person who specializes in boxing.
    boksingero

    Slang Meanings

    to fight or to have a brawl
    When he gets angry, he wants to box with anyone.
    Kapag nagalit siya, gusto na niyang makipagboksing sa kahit sino.
    to have fun or enjoy the fight
    He just wants to box in the gym to enjoy, not to win.
    Gusto lang niya makipagboksing sa gym para mag-enjoy at hindi para manalo.
    to argue or debate
    In discussions, it feels like we're boxing with our opinions.
    Sa mga usapan, parang makipagboksing na kami sa opinyon namin.