verb
- past tense of decision (used in sports): to defeat or win against an opponent by a judge's or official's decision rather than by knockout or other means
Usage: chiefly sports, especially boxing and martial arts; informal
Examples
- The boxer decisioned his opponent in a close match.
- She decisioned her rival in the wrestling tournament.
- He was decisioned by the judges despite landing several strong blows.
- The fighter decisioned his challenger over twelve rounds.
- They decisioned the team in a competitive bout.