Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for FIGHT
FIGHT, v.t.
- To carry on contention; to maintain a struggle for victory over enemies. I have fought a good fight. 2 Tim. iv.
- To contend with in battle; to war against. They fought the enemy in two pitched battles. The captain fought the frigate seven glasses. [Elliptical; with being understood.]
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