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fisticuffs

/ˈfɪs.tɪ.kʌfs/

noun

Meaning

  • A fistfight.

  • A cuff or blow administered with the fist.

noun

Meaning

  • An impromptu fight with the fists, usually between only two people.

  • Bare-knuckled boxing, a form of boxing done without boxing gloves or similar padding.

Synonyms

prizefighting,
brawl,
fight,
fist-fight,
punch-up