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Synonyms of fisticuffs

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Another word for fisticuffs is fistfight. Other synonyms of fisticuffs are fight.

Synonyms and similar words for fisticuffs

nounAn impromptu fight with the fists, usually between only two people.

nounBare-knuckled boxing, a form of boxing done without boxing gloves or similar padding.

  • prizefightingProfessional boxing, in which two fighters compete for a prize.

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Meaning of fisticuffs

  1. noun An impromptu fight with the fists, usually between only two people.
  2. noun Bare-knuckled boxing, a form of boxing done without boxing gloves or similar padding.

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Questions about synonyms of fisticuffs

What is another word for fisticuffs?
Fisticuffs has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as fistfight and fight.
What does fisticuffs mean?
Fisticuffs means an impromptu fight with the fists, usually between only two people.

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