Donnybrook: meaning, definitions and examples

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donnybrook

 

[ หˆdษ‘หniหŒbrสŠk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

dispute, brawl

A donnybrook is a term used to describe a scene of uproar and disorder, often involving a brawl or a heated argument. It originated from a specific fair held in Donnybrook, Ireland, known for its chaotic and often violent disputes among patrons. The term has since evolved to refer more generally to any tumultuous situation or argument. It is commonly employed in contexts discussing conflicts, whether verbal or physical, emphasizing a lack of restraint or decorum.

Synonyms

brawl, commotion, fight, ruckus

Examples of usage

  • The debate turned into a donnybrook, with voices raised and accusations flying.
  • At the pub, a minor disagreement escalated into a full-blown donnybrook.
  • The political rally ended in a donnybrook as tensions boiled over among rival factions.

Translations

Translations of the word "donnybrook" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น briga

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคเค—เคกเคผเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Schlรคgerei

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ keributan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฒะฐั€ะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bijatyka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ–งๅ˜ฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bagarre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pelea

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kavga

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹ธ์›€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุฌุงุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bitka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ bitka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ–—ๆฎด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pretep

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ barรกtta

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐะฝะถะฐะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฉแƒฎแƒฃแƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dรถvรผลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pelea

Word origin

The term 'donnybrook' originates from a district in Dublin, Ireland, known for its fair that took place there from the 12th century until the mid-19th century. The Donnybrook Fair was notorious for its rowdy atmosphere, characterized by excessive drinking, boisterous behavior, and many physical altercations. As the fair gained renown for the chaos surrounding it, the name 'Donnybrook' became synonymous with disorderly conduct. With the decline of the fair, the term began to be used in a broader context to refer to any situation marked by tumult and contention. Thus, it solidified its place in the English language as a descriptor for chaotic disputes, retaining the essence of its origins while adapting to modern usage.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,780, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.