brawl
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/brɔl/
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/brɔːl/
noisy fight
Etymology
Etymology Information
'brawl' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'braulen,' where 'braul-' meant 'to quarrel or fight.'
Historical Evolution
'braulen' transformed into the modern English word 'brawl' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to quarrel or fight,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a noisy and disorderly fight, often involving multiple people.
The brawl at the bar was quickly broken up by the police.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42