Terms in English | in Khmer | Meaning |
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Cornerman or Second | អ្នកឱ្យទឹក | a coach or trainer assisting a fighter during a bout. The cornerman is forbidden to instruct and must remain outside the combat area during the round. In the break, they are permitted to enter the ring and minister to their fighter |
Katap Dai | ប្រថាប់ដៃ | a traditional charm and amulet worn by ancient Khmer warriors and modern day Kun Khmer fighters for luck and protection |
Klok | ក្លុក | a folded strip of white thread, slightly larger than the size of a thumb, elegantly encircling the head of a Kun Khmer fighter with its ends meticulously tied together. See detailed explanation here! |
Neutral Corner/White Corner | បង្គោលស | Neutral corner, also known as the “white corner,” is one of the two corners in a boxing or MMA ring that remains unassigned to either fighter. When a fighter knocks down their opponent, they are instructed to move to the neutral corner while the referee initiates the ten-count. This corner serves as a designated area for the standing fighter during a knockdown, ensuring fair and orderly proceedings within the match. For instance, after Tyson’s opponent is knocked down, Tyson promptly moves to the neutral corner, allowing the referee to commence the count. This term is predominantly used in the sport of boxing. |