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marciano

/mɑːrˈsiː.ɑː.noʊ/

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noun

/mɑːrˈsiː.ɑː.noʊ/C1formal
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к конкретному человеку, обычно фамилия известных личностей, например, американского чемпиона по боксу в тяжелом весе Рокки Марчиано.

A proper noun referring to a specific person, typically a surname of notable individuals, such as the American heavyweight boxing champion Rocky Marciano.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Rocky MarcianoB2formalamericansport

    An American professional boxer who competed from 1947 to 1955, and held the world heavyweight title from 1952 to 1956. He is the only heavyweight champion to have retired undefeated.

    ruРокки Марчиано

    • Marciano defended his title six times successfully.
    • He is often remembered as one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time.
    • Marciano's fighting style was known for its relentless pressure and powerful punches.