Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
left-hook
Noun
/lɛft hʊk/
Definition
A left-hook is a specific type of punch used in boxing and other martial arts, delivered by the lead hand with a horizontal trajectory.
Examples
- He managed to land a solid left-hook that knocked his opponent off balance.
- Practicing your left-hook can improve your overall boxing technique.
- In the final round, she won the match with a swift left-hook.
Meaning
It refers to a quick, powerful strike aimed at an opponent, typically targeting the jaw or head, and executed with a curve to the left.
Synonyms
- Left cross
- Hook punch
- Curve punch
