Brawl

/brɔːl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A noisy fight, especially in a public place.

The bar erupted into a brawl when the patrons started arguing over the game.

A rough or violent fight involving multiple people.

Witnesses reported that a brawl broke out at the concert, leading to several injuries.

A noisy quarrel or argument.

The two neighbors engaged in a brawl over property lines.

verb

To engage in a brawl or a noisy fight.

The drunk men began to brawl after one of them spilled a drink on the other.

To fight or quarrel in a rough and noisy way.

The children began to brawl as they argued over who would play with the toy first.

Origin unknown, possibly from Middle English 'brallen' meaning 'to fall, to tumble.'

brawl in the streets

A public fight or disturbance.

brawl like cats and dogs

To fight fiercely and noisily.

brawl it out

To settle a dispute through a physical fight.

fight

A violent confrontation between individuals or groups.

riot

A violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd.

scuffle

A short, confused fight or struggle.

Throwdown

The two rivals had a throwdown outside the club.

Scrap

They had a scrap after the game.