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dogfight vs rough-and-tumble

rough-and-tumble vs dogfight

dogfight and rough-and-tumble both are nouns.

dogfight is not an adjective while rough-and-tumble is an adjective.

dogfight is a verb but rough-and-tumble is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
dogfight Yes No Yes No
rough-and-tumble Yes Yes No No
As nouns, dogfight and rough-and-tumble are synonyms defined as:
  • dogfight and rough-and-tumble: disorderly fighting
Other synonyms of dogfight include hassle, scuffle, tussle.
dogfight (noun) rough-and-tumble (noun)
a violent fight between dogs (sometimes organized illegally for entertainment and gambling) disorderly fighting
an aerial engagement between fighter planes
disorderly fighting
a fiercely disputed contest
dogfight (adjective) rough-and-tumble (adjective)
characterized by disorderly action and disregard for rules
dogfight (verb) rough-and-tumble (verb)
engage in an aerial battle with another fighter plane
arrange for an illegal dogfight
Difference between dogfight and rough-and-tumble

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