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Definitions for: Bout [n] a boxing match; "the fight was on television last night"
[n] an occasion for excessive eating or drinking; "they went on a bust that lasted three days"
[n] (in sports) a period of play during which one team is on the offensive
Webster (1913) Definition: Bout, n. [A different spelling and application of bought
bend.]
1. As much of an action as is performed at one time; a going
and returning, as of workmen in reaping, mowing, etc.; a
turn; a round.
In notes with many a winding bout Of linked
sweetness long drawn out. --Milton.
The prince . . . has taken me in his train, so that
I am in no danger of starving for this bout.
--Goldsmith.
2. A conflict; contest; attempt; trial; a set-to at anything;
as, a fencing bout; a drinking bout.
The gentleman will, for his honor's sake, have one
bout with you; he can not by the duello avoid it.
--Shak.
Synonyms: binge, bust, fight, round, tear, turn
See Also: bottom, bottom of the inning, boxing, fisticuffs, period of play, piss-up, play, playing period, pugilism, revel, revelry, top, top of the inning
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