Fighting meaning

What does “fighting” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“fighting” is a noun and adjective with 2 meanings. Its most common meaning is: the act of fighting; any contest or struggle.

fighting

noun

  1. the act of fighting; any contest or struggle

    “a fight broke out at the hockey game”

    “there was fighting in the streets”

adjective

  1. engaged in or ready for military or naval operations

    “on active duty”

    “the platoon is combat-ready”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University