Meaning of the word melee in English

What does melee mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

melee

US /ˈmeɪ.leɪ/
UK /ˈmel.eɪ/

Noun

a confused fight or scuffle involving many people

Example:
A wild melee broke out in the bar after the game.
The police struggled to control the melee of protesters.
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