Mauler: meaning, definitions and examples

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mauler

 

[ หˆmษ”หlษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

combat sports

A mauler is typically used to describe a fighter or athlete who relies on brute strength and aggressive tactics to overpower opponents, often resulting in a physically dominating performance. In combat sports such as boxing or mixed martial arts, a mauler may employ heavy punches, grappling techniques, and relentless pressure to achieve victory. This term can also imply a lack of finesse in technique, focusing instead on raw power and aggression to intimidate and defeat rivals.

Synonyms

bruiser, bully, powerhouse, predator

Examples of usage

  • The mauler knocked out his opponent in the first round.
  • Many fans love watching maulers for their explosive fighting style.
  • Trainers often work on strategy to refine a mauler's techniques.
  • He's known as a mauler in the ring, but he has a soft heart outside of it.

Translations

Translations of the word "mauler" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น destruidor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคพเคถเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Zerstรถrer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penghancur

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ัƒะนะฝั–ะฒะฝะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ niszczyciel

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ ดๅฃŠ่€…

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท destructeur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ destructor

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yฤฑkฤฑcฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒŒ๊ดด์ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฏู…ุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ niฤitel

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ niฤiteฤพ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฏ็ญ่€…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ uniฤevalec

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ eyรฐileggjandi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะพะนา“ั‹ัˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒ’แƒ แƒ”แƒ•แƒ˜แƒ—แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mษ™hv edici

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ destructor

Etymology

The term 'mauler' originates from the Middle English word 'maul,' which means to beat or bruise. This word is derived from the Old Norse term 'mรกl,' indicating a heavy blow or strike, and it has evolved over the years to describe someone or something that inflicts damage through physical force. The concept of a mauler has been present in various forms of storytelling and entertainment, from ancient myths featuring warriors who emphasized strength to modern sports where athletes are celebrated for their aggressive nature and fighting prowess. Throughout its usage, the word has maintained its connotation of brutality and sheer power, becoming a staple in the lexicon of combat sports and competition.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,613, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.