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Definition riot in British English

riot noun

noun
/ˈraɪət/
1

a violent protest by a crowd of people

Example

anti-government riots

Example

the country's history of riot and disorder

Example

The new laws sparked prison riots across the country.

Example

Seven people were hurt as police tried to quell the riot.

Synonyms and related words
7/7 9/11 agitation
1.1

worn or used by police to protect themselves during a riot

Example

a riot shield

Example

Police in full riot gear attempted to clear the streets.

Synonyms and related words
Alsatian baton Black Maria
2

someone who is very lively and funny

Synonyms and related words
optimist idealist romantic
2.1

an event or activity in which a lot of people have fun in a noisy way

Example

As usual, the party was an absolute riot.

Synonyms and related words
a (good) laugh amusement a (real) hoot
Definition riot in British English