English Explanatory Dictionary

bun fight

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

A debate or disagreement, usually with several parties involved, often political in nature.
A formal tea party or other social gathering, especially one at which food is served.

Pronunciation

en-au-bun fight.ogg

Word forms

bun fight bun fights bunfight bun-fight

Etymology

From bun + fight, alluding to people fighting at mealtime.

Related words

grog-fight tea fight

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