Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scuffle
verb/noun
/ˈskəf.əl/
Definition
A scuffle is a physical struggle or fight that usually involves a few people without any structured rules.
Examples
- The children began to scuffle over the toy.
- There was a scuffle in the crowd during the concert.
- Despite the scuffle, no one was seriously hurt.
Meaning
Scuffling is often characterized by pushing, shoving, or grappling, rather than an all-out brawl.
Synonyms
- scrap
- fight
- tussle
- shove
- altercation
