dogfight
Dogfight (noun) means a close, fast-moving aerial battle between fighter aircraft. Example: “The pilot described the dogfight over the channel as the most intense of the war.”
How to use dogfight
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn air battle between fighter planes at close range.
Word forms
dogfought past tense, dogfights plural, dogfights singular
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The pilot described the _____ over the channel as the most intense of the war.
Etymology
From "dog" + "fight," likening the frantic, snapping maneuvers to two dogs fighting.
Synonyms
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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.