noun
- plural of cornerman; assistants who help a boxer between rounds, typically positioned in the corner of the ring
Usage: boxing
Examples
- The cornermen quickly entered the ring to tend to their fighter.
- His cornermen gave him water and advice between rounds.
- The boxer’s cornermen threw in the towel to stop the fight.
- Experienced cornermen know how to treat cuts and swelling.
- The cornermen shouted instructions from ringside.
- Good cornermen can make the difference in a close fight.