Scuffle Definition

scuffle
noun
  1. disorderly fighting
  2. a hoe that is used by pushing rather than pulling
  3. an unceremonious and disorganized struggle
verb
  1. walk by dragging one's feet; "he shuffled out of the room"; "We heard his feet shuffling down the hall"
  2. fight or struggle in a confused way at close quarters; "the drunken men started to scuffle"

"Scuffle" in song lyrics

See how scuffle is used in real songs:

  • "Gladiators with muscles, caught in the scuffle"
    9th Prince f/ Beretta 9, Boy Jones — Double 09
  • "Ever since the Larry Bird Dr. J scuffle"
    Akrobatik f/ Mr. Eon (The High & Mighty) — Sportscenter
  • "I must repent I scuffle"
    Algorithm — Head Games

Usage tips for "scuffle"

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