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Meaning of fighting

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

fighting

Pronunciation:/ˈfaɪtɪŋ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To contend in physical conflict, either singly or in war, battle etc.

    Example: A wounded animal will fight like a maniac, relentless, savage and murderous.

  2. To contend in physical conflict with each other, either singly or in war, battle etc.

    Example: The two boxers have been fighting for more than half an hour.

  3. To strive for something; to campaign or contend for success.

    Example: He fought for the Democrats in the last election.

  4. To conduct or engage in (battle, warfare etc.).

    Example: The battle was fought just over that hill.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Engaged in war or other conflict.

  2. Apt to provoke a fight.

fighting

Pronunciation:/ˈfaɪtɪŋ/

noun

Definitions

  1. The act or process of contending; violence or conflict.

  2. A fight or battle; an occasion on which people fight