Meaning of the word pugilist in English

What does pugilist mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pugilist

US /ˈpjuː.dʒɪ.lɪst/
UK /ˈpjuː.dʒɪ.lɪst/

Noun

1.

a boxer or fighter:

Example:
a bare-knuckle pugilist
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