Queensberry rules

/ -brɪ; ˈkwiːnzbərɪ /

plural noun

the code of rules followed in modern boxing, requiring the use of padded gloves, rounds of three minutes, and restrictions on the types of blows allowed
informal.
gentlemanly or polite conduct, esp in a dispute

(sense 1) C19: named after the ninth Marquess of Queensberry, who originated the rules in 1869

Gentlemen, it will be a fight to a finish—Markis o' Queensberry rules.

Twenty three-minute rounds, with one-minute intervals, and Queensberry rules.

All that stuff about 'honour,' 'Queensberry rules,' 'playing the game,' and what not will go by the board.

I do not say that all Cissy Carter's blows were strictly according to Queensberry rules.

Fight about to commence according to Queensberry rules, when Master sees portrait.

April 23, 2024inveterate

[in-vet-er-it ]

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