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FRAY/freɪ/

A fray is a fight, noisy argument, or competing situation: join the fray, a fray at the door; also (verb) to wear at the edges. Fight (already in the dictionary) is everyday; a row at the door-check is still a fire log, not a styling note.

Meaning

A fight, noisy argument, or competing situation; also (verb) to wear at the edges.

Examples

• “A fray at the door-check is a fire log, not a styling note.”
• “Fight is already in this course. Skirmish is the close twin. Styling is a mood board. A dated check is a certificate. Log the door; then warm the lighting if the inspector still allows it.”

Good to know

A fight; or worn edges. Everyday: fight (already in the dictionary). Styling ≠ a fire log.

Near in meaning

fight, skirmish, row

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