fighting meaning and definition

FIGHTING noun

Definition of fighting (noun)

1. the act of fighting; any contest or struggle
   • "a fight broke out at the hockey game"; "there was fighting in the streets"; "the unhappy couple got into a terrible scrap"
   • synonyms: combat, fight, scrap

FIGHTING adjective

Definition of fighting (adjective)

1. engaged in or ready for military or naval operations
   • "on active duty"; "the platoon is combat-ready"; "review the fighting forces"
   • synonyms: active, combat-ready