fighter

US /ˈfaɪ.t̬ɚ/
UK /ˈfaɪ.t̬ɚ/
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1.

a person who fights, especially as a boxer or in martial arts

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He is a professional fighter with an impressive record.
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The young fighter showed great promise in his debut match.
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combatantboxerwrestlermartial artistgladiator
2.

a person who refuses to give up and continues to fight for something, especially against difficulties or injustice

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She's a true fighter for human rights.
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Despite the setbacks, he remained a determined fighter.
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championadvocatecrusaderdefenderactivist
3.

a fast military aircraft designed for combat

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The air force deployed several fighter jets to the region.
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The sound of a fighter jet roared overhead.
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jetwarplaneinterceptor