Uppercut
noun
A strike in boxing made by raising the fist from a low position to hit an opponent's chin.
He landed a perfect uppercut that knocked his opponent out.
Often appears as...
- right uppercut
- powerful uppercut
Usage tips
Neutral
boxing, punch, combat sports
noun
A strike in boxing made by raising the fist from a low position to hit an opponent's chin.
He landed a perfect uppercut that knocked his opponent out.
Often appears as...
- right uppercut
- powerful uppercut
Usage tips
Neutral
boxing, punch, combat sports
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphoric Usage
An uppercut can symbolize a surprising or abrupt action outside of sports.
His comment was an uppercut to her argument.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Context
In boxing culture, the uppercut is regarded as a highly effective technique, but in casual conversation, it represents any unexpected impact.
He gave me an uppercut with his words.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Connotation
Using 'uppercut' can convey a sense of suddenness or aggression, which might not be suitable in formal discussions.
The criticism felt like an uppercut.
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphoric Usage
An uppercut can symbolize a surprising or abrupt action outside of sports.
His comment was an uppercut to her argument.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Context
In boxing culture, the uppercut is regarded as a highly effective technique, but in casual conversation, it represents any unexpected impact.
He gave me an uppercut with his words.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Connotation
Using 'uppercut' can convey a sense of suddenness or aggression, which might not be suitable in formal discussions.
The criticism felt like an uppercut.
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphoric Usage
An uppercut can symbolize a surprising or abrupt action outside of sports.
His comment was an uppercut to her argument.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Context
In boxing culture, the uppercut is regarded as a highly effective technique, but in casual conversation, it represents any unexpected impact.
He gave me an uppercut with his words.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Connotation
Using 'uppercut' can convey a sense of suddenness or aggression, which might not be suitable in formal discussions.
The criticism felt like an uppercut.
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