fistfight
2 synonyms for fistfight, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A fight in which people hit each other with their bare fists rather than weapons.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use fistfight
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
get into a fistfight
break up a fistfight
Etymology
A straightforward compound of "fist" and "fight."
Full origin of fistfight →Frequently asked questions
What does “fistfight” mean?
The word “fistfight” means a fight in which people hit each other with their bare fists rather than weapons. In plain terms, a physical fight using fists, not weapons.
How do you pronounce “fistfight”?
“Fistfight” is pronounced FIHST-fyt (/ˈfɪstˌfaɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “fistfight” in a sentence?
Here is “fistfight” used in a sentence: “A fistfight broke out in the parking lot after the game.”
What part of speech is “fistfight”?
Depending on how it is used, “fistfight” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “fistfight” have?
“Fistfight” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a fight in which people hit each other with their bare fists rather than weapons.
