- (of a sports competition or match) to commence
- (of a war or battle) to break out
- to perform acrobatic or choreographed fighting (in Chinese opera)
- to brawl
- to come to blows
Generated: This meaning is used to indicate the beginning of a sporting event or competition.
Generated: This meaning refers to the onset of hostilities or conflict, typically in a military context.
The war suddenly broke out in the border area.
Generated: This meaning is used in the context of traditional Chinese performances, where actors engage in stylized fighting as part of the show.
The actors performed acrobatic fighting on stage, showcasing their excellent martial arts skills.
Generated: This meaning refers to engaging in a noisy, rough, and disorderly fight, typically in a more casual or street context.
A brawl broke out outside the bar, and the police arrived quickly.
Generated: This meaning implies that two or more people have a physical confrontation, usually after a verbal altercation.