Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

physical-confrontation

Noun

/ˈfɪzɪkəl ˌkɒnfrənˈteɪʃən/

Definition

A situation in which two or more individuals engage in a direct, physical dispute or conflict.

Examples

The school had to implement strict policies to prevent physical confrontations between students.
Unfortunately, the argument escalated into a physical confrontation.
He trained in martial arts to defend himself against potential physical confrontations.

Meaning

It refers to any instance where people come into direct contact with each other in a hostile manner, often resulting in violence or aggressive behavior.