split decision

noun

, Boxing.

1. a decision of a bout on whose outcome the referee and judges did not unanimously agree.

split decision

noun

1. boxing the award of a fight on a majority verdict of the judges as opposed to a unanimous decision

Word History and Origins

Origin of split decision¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

Fury, 36, will be seeking revenge against unified champion Usyk having lost their first encounter in May by split decision.

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Richardson, the last British boxer standing in Paris, looked to have done enough to secure a place in Friday's final but lost on split decision.

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The southpaw, 25, dropped to his knees after securing a split decision victory over his Jordanian opponent.

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The Ukrainian became boxing's first four-belt undisputed heavyweight champion with a split decision victory over Fury in Saudi Arabia in May.

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Northants Sings Out passed the semi-final stage after a split decision by the judges meant the public had the last say.

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