Meaning of the word "boxing glove" in English

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boxing glove

US /ˈbɑːksɪŋ ˌɡlʌv/

UK /ˈbɑːksɪŋ ˌɡlʌv/

a padded glove worn in boxing to protect the hands and to soften the impact of blows

Example:

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He put on his boxing gloves before entering the ring.

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The child pretended to punch with his oversized boxing gloves.

Synonym:

mitt glove

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