Meaning of the word scuffle in English
What does scuffle mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
scuffle
US /ˈskʌf.əl/
UK /ˈskʌf.əl/
Noun
a short, confused fight or struggle at close quarters
Example:
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There was a brief scuffle between the two players after the foul.
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The police broke up a scuffle outside the bar.
Verb
to engage in a short, confused fight or struggle at close quarters
Example:
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The two boys began to scuffle over the last piece of cake.
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They scuffled briefly before security intervened.