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boxer

[C/U] Both
pl: boxers

The word carries three distinct identities that rarely overlap in a single conversation. When referring to the athlete, it evokes images of discipline, combat, and athletic endurance. It is a term of professional identity and physical prowess. When used for the dog breed, the connotation shifts toward high energy, loyalty, and a specific physical silhouette. In the context of clothing, the term is purely functional and casual, stripped of any aggression or biological traits, focusing instead on comfort and garment style.

Countable when referring to a specific person or dog (a boxer). Uncountable when referring to the general category of undergarments in a collective sense, though typically used in the plural.

Meanings

Noun

A person who trains for and engages in the sport of boxing.

"The heavyweight boxer entered the ring."

Noun

A breed of medium-sized dog known for its square muzzle and playful nature.

"We adopted a brown boxer from the shelter."

Noun

A type of loose-fitting undergarment for men.

"He prefers wearing boxers to briefs."

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