dogfight
0 antonyms and opposites of dogfight, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A close, fast-moving aerial battle between fighter aircraft.
How to use dogfight
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From "dog" + "fight," likening the frantic, snapping maneuvers to two dogs fighting.
Full origin of dogfight →Frequently asked questions
What does “dogfight” mean?
The word “dogfight” means a close, fast-moving aerial battle between fighter aircraft. In plain terms, an air battle between fighter planes at close range.
How do you pronounce “dogfight”?
“Dogfight” is pronounced DOG-fyt ([ˈdɔɡ.fʌɪt] in IPA).
How do you use “dogfight” in a sentence?
Here is “dogfight” used in a sentence: “The pilot described the dogfight over the channel as the most intense of the war.”
What part of speech is “dogfight”?
Depending on how it is used, “dogfight” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “dogfight” have?
“Dogfight” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a close, fast-moving aerial battle between fighter aircraft.