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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • adverb Without boxing gloves.
  • adjective Wearing no boxing gloves.
  • adjective Unrestrained by scruples.

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  • adjective characterized by disorderly action and disregard for rules

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