firefight

/ˈfaɪɹˌfaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

a battle or clash between opposing forces, especially in a war or conflict; a fight against fires, especially a group of people fighting fires

“The firefight in the city was intense, with multiple explosions and gunfire.”

Synonyms

  • battle
  • clash
  • fight

Antonyms

  • ceasefire
  • peace