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Definition
To have a gang fight, typically between triad groups or gangs using weapons.
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How it's used
Carries a strong connotation of organized violence or gang activity rather than a simple personal scuffle. It implies the use of weapons, specifically blades or blunt objects, and is almost exclusively used to describe conflicts between groups or triads. Using this word to describe a minor argument or a playground fight sounds overly dramatic and out of place.
Examples
I heard they had a gang fight in the alley last night.
Related words
Common phrases
to have a large-scale gang fight
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a casual fistfight between two friends, as it specifically implies a serious, weapon-involved confrontation. It is not a general term for fighting.
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