Below is a list of boxing phrases and terminology commonly used in the sport.
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Faded -
Term used to describe a fighter past their peak powers.
Fall through the Ropes -
If a boxer is knocked out of the ring through the ropes he or she is given a 20 count to get back into the ring on their feet. They can't be assisted or it will be considered a knockout.
Fanboy -
Someone that tries to become a boxing insider by trying to talk to athletes but gets attitude with them if they do not get what they want.
One who makes article type posts that are short and without substance, somehow turning all posts about a select number of athletes out of the great pool of talent.
Ultimately focusing on the top tier talent over all, repurposing other's articles for their own assumed gains.
Feint -
When a fighter acts like they're going to punch but does not in order to get their opponent to react.
Fight Card -
A program of boxing consisting of all the boxing matches that take place during a boxing event. Fight cards consist of a main event and an undercard of the rest of the matches.
Fight Tracker -
Someone that thrives to be a voice in the sport, suggesting and gathering simple facts on fights (post-fight, present, or future-telling fights).
Flash Knockdown -
A flash knockdown occurs when a boxer is knocked down but gets back on their feet before the referee begins the count. It's also known as a no-count.
Fluffy -
A boxer that is apparently not taking the sweet science seriously enough and is out of shape for an upcoming bout or contest. Needing more personal fitness and training.
- Synonyms: Overweight
- Synonyms: Overweight
Footwork -
The way a boxer moves and plants their feet which enables them to be well-balanced for throwing punches and ready to switch easily between defensive and offensive boxing.
Fouls -
Actions by a boxer that the referee doesn't feel meet the standard of a fair blow or is unsportsmanlike conduct. There are intentional fouls and accidental fouls. The most common fouls are headbutts, holding, and low blows.
Fringe Contender -
Low-rated contender on the cusp of the world rankings.