stoush

[ stoush ]

verb (used with object)

1. stonker ( defs 1, 2 ).

noun

1. a fight or brawl.

stoush

/ staʊʃ /

verb

1. tr to hit or punch

noun

1. fighting, violence, or a fight

Word History and Origins

Origin of stoush¹

First recorded in 1890–95; perhaps imitative

Word History and Origins

Origin of stoush¹

C19: of uncertain origin

Example Sentences

This stoush over using European names for locally made products has stalled this week's trade talks, with the EU refusing Australia better access to their markets unless Australia agrees to rebrand its products.

From Salon

So, straight back to his stoush against Wagner to start the next set.

From The Guardian

Hewitt wasn’t about to get involved in a stoush with Tomic, saying it was “Bernie being Bernie and losing and going on and complaining.”

From Seattle Times

No jurisdiction anywhere in the world inflicts as much gambling harm and losses on its community as New South Wales and the Opera House advertising stoush just highlights how the industry uses its power and connections to stand over government and get whatever it wants, irrespective of the harm caused.

From The Guardian

Some are concerned about upsetting wealthy donors, while others see it simply as a "stoush" among the arts elite.

From BBC