cassius clay

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Noun cassius clay has 1 sense

Ali, Muhammad Ali, Cassius Clay, Cassius Marcellus Clay - United States prizefighter who won the world heavyweight championship three times (born in 1942)
--₁ is a kind of prizefighter, gladiator

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Cassius Clay

Noun

1. An American professional boxer who later changed his name to Muhammad Ali. Cassius Clay was known for his quick reflexes, impressive footwork, and powerful punches.

Example sentence: Cassius Clay defeated Sonny Liston to become the heavyweight champion of the world.

Noun

2. A former name of Muhammad Ali, who converted to Islam and changed his name from Cassius Clay to Muhammad Ali to reflect his beliefs.

Example sentence: Cassius Clay's decision to change his name to Muhammad Ali was a significant moment in his life.

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