boxer

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun

n. a medium-sized dog with short hair and a strong, square face.

n. a breed of stocky, short-haired dog of the mastiff type, characterized by a broad, blunt muzzle and a powerful build.

“Our neighbor has a friendly boxer that loves to play in the park.”

“Known for their energetic temperament and protective nature, the boxer remains one of the most popular breeds for active families.”

B1 · Intermediate Plural noun

n. loose underwear for men that looks like short trousers.

n. a style of loose-fitting men's underpants, typically with an elastic waistband, modeled after the shorts worn by pugilists.

“He prefers wearing boxers because they are more comfortable than tight underwear.”

“The department store offers a wide variety of cotton boxers in various patterns and colors.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Formal

n. a member of a Chinese group that fought against foreign influence around the year 1900.

n. a member of the Society of Righteous and Harmonious Fists who participated in the anti-imperialist uprising in China between 1899 and 1901.

“The Boxer Rebellion was a significant event in the history of modern China.”

“Historians continue to debate the complex motivations of the Boxers, whose primary goal was the expulsion of foreign powers and Christian missionaries.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Technology Technical

n. a type of engine where the parts move toward each other like two people boxing.

n. a flat internal combustion engine with horizontally opposed cylinders.

“Some famous sports cars use a boxer engine for better balance.”

“The boxer engine configuration allows for a lower center of gravity, significantly improving the vehicle's handling characteristics on tight corners.”