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rabbit-punched

/ˈræbɪt ˌpʌntʃt/

VERB

1. Struck someone with a rabbit punch

Hit someone with a short, chopping blow to the back of the neck or the base of the skull.

1.1. Delivering an illegal blow in combat sports

Used when describing someone who struck an opponent on the back of the head or neck, particularly in boxing, where this type of blow is prohibited because of its risk of serious injury.

Synonyms

  • struck
  • punched
  • hit
  • clubbed
  • chopped

Examples

  • The boxer was disqualified after he rabbit-punched his opponent.
  • He rabbit-punched the fighter while the referee was looking away.

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