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Meaning of the word affray in English

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affray

US /əˈfreɪ/

UK /əˈfreɪ/

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Noun

a public fight or disturbance of the peace

Example:

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Two men were arrested for their involvement in the street affray.

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The police quickly dispersed the crowd to prevent a larger affray.

Synonym:

brawl fight fracas melee scuffle

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