Meaning & Definition of word "Fight"

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    Fight

    /faɪt/

    noun:

    • 1. A violent confrontation between individuals or groups.
      • Example: The fight broke out during the football match.
    • 2. An argument or quarrel.
      • Example: They had a fight about their plans for the weekend.
    • 3. A struggle for dominance or success.
      • Example: The fight for civil rights continues to this day.

    verb:

    • 1. To engage in physical combat or struggle.
      • Example: The two friends decided to fight over the last piece of cake.
    • 2. To argue or dispute; to strive to overcome or defeat.
      • Example: They will fight against injustice in their community.
    • 3. To contend for a goal or effort against difficulty.
      • Example: She had to fight hard to achieve her dreams.

    Etymology

    Middle English fiten, from Old English fīhtan.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    fight fire with fire:

    To respond to an attack or threat with similar tactics.

    fight tooth and nail:

    To fight very fiercely or with great determination.

    fight for your life:

    To do everything possible to survive or succeed.

    Related Words

    fighter:

    A person who engages in hand-to-hand combat.

    fighting:

    The act of engaging in a fight.

    brawl:

    A noisy, rough fight.

    struggle:

    To make strenuous or labored efforts in a fight.

    war:

    A prolonged conflict between groups or nations.

    Slang Meanings of fight

    Meaning: Throw down

    Example Sentence: Let's throw down and see who the real champ is!

    Meaning: Go toe-to-toe

    Example Sentence: They went toe-to-toe in the ring last night.

    Meaning: Catch a fade

    Example Sentence: He said something disrespectful, now he's going to catch a fade.

    Meaning: Scrap

    Example Sentence: They had a little scrap after school.

    Meaning: Square up

    Example Sentence: He told him to square up and settle it like men.