k.o

[US]//ˌkeɪˈəʊ//
[UK]//ˌkeɪˈoʊ//
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.knockout; a victory in boxing where the opponent is knocked out and cannot continue
v.to defeat someone by a knockout; to knock out an opponent
adj.relating to or involving a knockout; describing a powerful, stunning effect
Word Forms
Pluralk.o.s

Example Sentences

the heavy punch managed to k.o. his opponent in the first round.

the new boxer bragged that he would k.o. the champion easily.

he suffered a k.o. in the second minute of the match.

the unexpected question in the interview completely k.o.'d me.

a powerful right hook resulted in a sudden k.o.

she k.o.'d the competition with her innovative design.

the sleeping pill k.o.'d him within ten minutes.

trainers checked the fighter immediately after the k.o.

a combination of blows to the head led to the k.o.

the flu completely k.o.'d him for the entire week.

experts predict a k.o. victory for the heavyweight contender.

the strong cocktail k.o.'d the lightweight drinker instantly.

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