Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shadow-box
verb
/ˈʃædoʊ bɑks/
Definition
To practice boxing movements without an opponent, often as a form of training.
Examples
- Before the fight, she spent an hour shadow-boxing to warm up her muscles.
- He likes to shadow-box in front of the mirror to correct his form.
Meaning
Shadow boxing involves throwing punches and combining footwork, as if in a real match, but done solo to improve technique, speed, and coordination.
Synonyms
- Freestyle boxing
- Practice boxing
- Air boxing
