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Meaning of fights

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

fights

Pronunciation:/faɪts/

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.

noun

Definitions

  1. An occasion of fighting.

    Example: One of them got stuck in a chokehold and got stabbed to death during the fight.

  2. A battle between opposing armies.

  3. A physical confrontation or combat between two or more people or groups.

    Example: Watch your language, are you looking for a fight?

  4. A boxing or martial arts match.

    Example: I'm going to Nick’s to watch the big fight tomorrow night.