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   There are two meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun scuffle.See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. This word is used in U.S. English.

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   Definition, Etymology, and Usage of “Scuffle” Definition. Noun: A short, confused fight or struggle at close quarters. Verb: To engage in a short, confusing fight or struggle. Etymology. The word “scuffle” originated from the early 15th century.

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   The earliest known use of the verb scuffle is in the mid 1700s. OED's earliest evidence for scuffle is from 1766, in Complete Farmer. scuffle is formed within English, by conversion. Etymons: scuffle n.2. See etymology.

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   SCUFFLE definition: 1. a short and sudden fight, especially one involving a small number of people: 2. to have a…. Learn more.

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   Definition of scuffle in the Definitions.net dictionary. Meaning of scuffle. What does scuffle mean? ... English (English) ... Literature; Poetry; Rhymes; Synonyms;

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   6 meanings: 1. to fight in a disorderly manner 2. to move by shuffling 3. to move in a hurried or confused manner 4. a.... Click for more definitions.

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   What does the word scuffle mean?

   • Here are all the possible meanings and translations of the word scuffle. To fight or struggle confusedly at close quarters. To walk with a shuffling gait. Etymology: Possibly of Scandinavian origin. Compare Swedish skuff and skuffa, from the Germanic base *. A confused quarrel; a tumultuous broil.

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   What is a short scuffle?

   • In a short scuffle the hero knocks out the baddie with a single punch. She was in a club on George Street when a small scuffle broke out. Find similar words to scuffle using the buttons below. Scuffle definition: To fight or struggle confusedly at close quarters.

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   When was scuffle first used?

   • The earliest known use of the verb scuffle is in the mid 1700s. OED's earliest evidence for scuffle is from 1766, in Complete Farmer. It is also recorded as a noun from the late 1700s. scuffle is formed within English, by conversion.

   scuffle, v.² meanings, etymology and more - Oxford English Dictionary

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   What is a violent scuffle?

   • A scuffle is a short, disorganized fight or struggle. Violent scuffles broke out between rival groups demonstrating for and against independence. If people scuffle, they fight for a short time in a disorganized way. Police scuffled with some of the protesters. [VERB + with] He and Hannah had been scuffling in the yard outside his house. [VERB]

   SCUFFLE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Definition of scuffle verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.