bare-knuckle

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Synonyms: bare knuckle, bareknuckle, bare-knuckled, bare-knuckles

Antonyms: bare knuckle, bareknuckle, bare-knuckled, bare-knuckles

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Adjective

1. {{lb|en|boxing}} Without [[boxing glove]]s.
2. {{lb|en|by extension}} Characterized by [[ruthlessly]] [[attack]]ing or [[overpower]]ing an [[opponent]], especially when using [[underhanded]] techniques.

Verb

1. To [[box]] without [[boxing glove]]s.
2. To [[attack]] or [[overpower]] [[ruthlessly]].

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