Fighting

/ˈfaɪtɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the act of engaging in combat or a physical struggle.

The fighting was intense during the war.

a violent confrontation between individuals or groups.

There was a lot of fighting between rival gangs in the area.

verb

the present participle of fight, which means to engage in a physical struggle or conflict.

They were fighting for their rights during the protest.

to contend in a battle or contest; to strive to overcome.

The soldiers are fighting valiantly on the front lines.

From the Old English 'fīhtan', meaning to fight or struggle.

fighting words

words intended to provoke a confrontation.

fight the good fight

to continue to struggle for a good cause.

fighting chance

a small chance of success in a difficult situation.

fighter

a person who engages in combat.

fight

a violent confrontation or struggle.

combat

engaging in a battle or argument.

Throwing hands

They were just throwing hands at the party.

Duke it out

They decided to duke it out in the parking lot.