fighter

noun

fight·​er ˈfī-tər How to pronounce fighter (audio)
Synonyms of fighternext
: one that fights: such as
a(1)
: warrior, soldier
(2)
: a pugnacious or game individual
(3)
: boxer entry 1 sense 1
b
: an airplane of high speed and maneuverability with armament designed to destroy enemy aircraft

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the debate whether more fighters are needed to bring order to that war-torn country a program at the community center for training local youths as fighters
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The disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of former Tigrayan fighters is part of the 2022 peace agreement. — Arkansas Online, 17 Oct. 2026 The award does not represent a purchase of a new fighter jet. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2026 At Mekelle’s Tigray Martyrs’ Memorial Monument, former fighters lined up to register with the authorities, some carrying papers or sheltering under umbrellas. — ABC News, 16 Oct. 2026 Witness statements and video surveillance showed Lindo drawing a black handgun during an argument involving several individuals, including a professional UFC fighter. — Ana Maria Soler, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fighter

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First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of fighter was in the 13th century

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fighter

noun
fight·​er ˈfīt-ər How to pronounce fighter (audio)
: one that fights:
a
: warrior, soldier
b
: boxer entry 1
c
: a fast airplane armed with weapons for destroying enemy aircraft
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