ringcraft

noun — 2 senses

ringcraft

noun

Etymology From ring + -craft.

1

Boxing, Government, Hobbies, Lifestyle, Martial arts, Military, Politics, Sports, War Tactical skill and positioning in the boxing ring.

  • Episode 12, The Cyclops Handicapped as he was by lack of poundage, Dublin's pet lamb made up for it by superlative skill in ringcraft.
  • They said that Hatton lacked authority in his jab and his ringcraft but they never cast a shadow over his fighting heart.2007 December 10, “James Lawton: Hatton is open about his failings as the door of history closes”, in The Independent, archived from the original on 06 Jul 2022:
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  • Khan moved to 24-1 with this victory – Maidana to 29-2 – and showed the edge in speed and ringcraft. But Maidana, a wall of stone with a granite chin, barely took a backward step.2010 December 14, Gareth A Davies, “Amir Khan v Marcos Maidana: Fight of the year ?”, in The Telegraph, archived from the original on 17 Dec 2010:
2

The skills necessary to compete in a dog show.

  • 2008, John O'Groat Journal november 5 2008, Going for gold at Caithness Canine Clubhttp://www.johnogroat-journal.co.uk/news/fullstory.php/aid/5660/Going_for_gold_at_Caithness_Canine_Club.html The club gives what support it can when asked by local organisations, hosting dog events and fundraising events. Classes are held in obedience and agility on a weekly basis and ringcraft classes are held intermittently.

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