brannigan
word
Definition
A 'brannigan' is an old-fashioned or informal word for a noisy fight, argument, or disturbance, often involving multiple people.
Usage & Nuances
'Brannigan' is rarely used in modern English and has an old-fashioned or literary feel. Most common today in historical contexts or playful speech. Often refers to loud group fights or arguments rather than serious violence.
Spanish: pelea - altercadoPortuguese (BR): briga - confusão (discussão)Portuguese (PT): briga - altercaçãoChinese (Simplified): 打斗 - 争吵Chinese (Traditional): 打鬥 - 爭吵Hindi: झगड़ा - विवादArabic: شجار - مشاجرة
Example Sentences
There was a brannigan in the street last night.
basic
A small brannigan broke out during the meeting.
basic
The kids had a brannigan over the last piece of cake.
basic
He always finds himself in some kind of brannigan at parties.
natural
After the brannigan, everyone just laughed and made up.
natural
If you keep stirring things up, there’ll be another brannigan for sure.
natural