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corner man

/ˈkɔːrnər mæn/

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/ˈkɔːrnər mæn/C1informalsport
  • ruЧеловек, который помогает боксёру во время матча, давая советы, оказывая медицинскую помощь и подбадривая между раундами. Также в более широком смысле используется для обозначения доверенного советника или сторонника в конкурентной ситуации.

A person who assists a boxer during a match, providing advice, medical attention, and encouragement between rounds. Also used more broadly to refer to a trusted advisor or supporter in a competitive situation.

  1. Boxing assistantB2formal

    A member of a boxer's support team who provides advice, medical aid, and encouragement between rounds.

    ruУгловой секундант

    • The corner man quickly stopped the bleeding from the boxer's cut.
    • A good corner man knows exactly when to throw in the towel.
    • He trained for years to become a professional corner man.
  2. Street associateC1slangamerican

    A person who hangs around on street corners, often involved in informal or illicit activities.

    ruУличный сообщник

    • The corner man kept watch while the deal went down.
    • He was known as the corner man in that neighborhood.
    • The police questioned the corner man about the incident.