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Definition fighting in British English

fighting noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈfaɪtɪŋ/
1

a situation in which people hit, kick, or bite each other

Example

There was fighting between rival fans after the match.

Example

The police were called in as fighting broke out in the crowd.

Synonyms and related words
fight battle combat
2

a situation in which soldiers or armies use weapons against each other

Example

3,000 troops were involved in the fighting in the capital.

Synonyms and related words
action stations active duty active service
Definition fighting in British English