Meaning of the word slugfest in English

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

slugfest

US /ˈslʌɡ.fest/
UK /ˈslʌɡ.fest/
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Noun

a fiercely contested fight, especially in boxing, in which both opponents deliver and receive many hard blows

Example:
The boxing match turned into a real slugfest, with both fighters refusing to back down.
The final game of the series was a slugfest, with both teams scoring many runs.