Meaning of the word bout in English

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

bout

US /baʊt/

UK /baʊt/

a short period of intense activity of a specified kind

Example:

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He suffered a severe bout of flu.

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They had a good bout of laughter.

Synonym:

spell period session stretch turn

a boxing or wrestling match

Example:

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The heavyweight boxing bout lasted twelve rounds.

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The wrestlers prepared for their final bout.

Synonym:

match contest fight round encounter