knockout

[/ˈnɒkаʊt/]

noun/adjectivepl: knockouts

nocaute

1. A punch or blow that renders someone unconscious, especially in boxing

The boxer delivered a knockout in the third round.

O boxeador desferiu um nocaute no terceiro assalto.

2. A person or thing that is extremely attractive or impressive

She looked absolutely knockout in that dress.

Ela ficou absolutamente deslumbrante naquele vestido.

3. A competition format where losers are eliminated

The tournament uses a knockout system.

O torneio usa um sistema de eliminação direta.

NYC Slang

knockout - used to describe an extremely attractive person or excellent thing; 'That girl is a knockout'

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

nocaute

Most common translation, widely used in sports contexts

Brazil

K.O.

Common abbreviation in boxing and sports

Portugal

nocaute

Standard Portuguese term for boxing context

Brazil

sensacional/espetacular

When describing something impressive or attractive

knockout blow - a decisive, overwhelming action

knockout competition - tournament with elimination rounds

knockout punch - a decisive or defeating move

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