What does MELEE mean?
Parts of Speech: Noun
Definitions:
- A confused fight or skirmish involving many people.
- A confused mass of people.
Pronunciations:
- US: /meɪˈleɪ/
- UK: /meɪˈleɪ/
Origin and Usage: The word "melee" comes from French "mêlée", which means "mixed" or "mixed up". It was first used in the English language in the 1640s to describe a confused fight or skirmish. Today, it is commonly used to describe any chaotic or disorganized situation involving a large group of people.
Synonyms:
- Scuffle
- Brawl
- Riot
- Tussle
- Fracas
Related Words:
- Chaos
- Clash
- Scram
- Stray
- Whirl
Example Sentences:
- During the protest, a melee broke out between the police and the demonstrators.
- The concert was so crowded that it turned into a melee.