English Explanatory Dictionary

fight shy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To avoid meeting at a close distance or at close quarters; to keep out of reach, to avoid.

Word forms

fight shy fights shy fighting shy fought shy

Synonyms

steer clear
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