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knockout

/ˈnɑːk.aʊt/ · nock·out
noun
  1. A knockout is a blow or punch that knocks someone out, rendering them unconscious. The boxer landed a knockout punch in the fifth round.
  2. A knockout is a decisive victory or win, often in a competition or sports event. The team's knockout win in the championship game was a thrilling moment for their fans.
  3. A knockout is a person or thing that is exceptionally attractive or impressive. The new restaurant was a knockout, with its beautiful decor and delicious food.
verb
  1. To knock someone or something out is to render them unconscious or defeated. The boxer was knocked out in the first round.
  2. To knock something out is to create or produce it quickly and efficiently. The team knocked out a new product in record time.
Did you know? The term 'knockout' has been used in various contexts, including boxing, sports, and everyday language, to describe a decisive or impressive victory or win.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 1 lookups Added Aug 4, 2026