pugilistfrom the root 'pug' (fight): a boxer, especially a professional oneThe aging pugilist decided to retire after an illustrious career spanning two decades.NoteThe aging pugilist decided to retire after an illustrious career spanning two decades.Elon.io is an online learning platformWe have an entire course teaching GRE Verbal — Essential Vocabulary grammar and vocabulary.Start learning GRE Verbal — Essential Vocabulary now