Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
donnybrook-fair
noun
/ˈdɒn.i.brʊk fɛr/
Definition
A fair that originally took place in Donnybrook, Ireland, known for its lively festivities and rowdy, often violent quarrels.
Examples
- The local town festival turned into a complete donnybrook-fair as the debate over the new policy heated up.
- During the football match, a donnybrook-fair broke out in the stands, shocking the spectators.
Meaning
The term refers to an event characterized by chaos and brawling, resembling the atmosphere of the original fair.
Synonyms
- free-for-all
- brawl
- ruckus
- uproar
