Cockfight

usgb/ˈkɑːkfaɪt/
noun

A cruel sport where two roosters fight each other, often until one dies or is seriously injured.

The animal rights group was protesting against the cockfight happening in the village.
Visual representation of "cockfight" - A cruel sport where two roosters fight each other, often until one dies or is seriously injured.

Often appears as...

  • illegal cockfight
  • organized cockfight
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Negative Connotation

Cockfight carries a negative connotation due to animal cruelty and often illegal status.

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His involvement in the cockfight tarnished his reputation.
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Cultural Controversy

While illegal in many places, cockfighting can be a cultural tradition in some regions.

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Despite being outlawed, the cockfight remained a secret tradition in the town.
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Awareness of Illegality

Understand that participating or attending a cockfight may be against the law in many countries.

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He was arrested for attending an illegal cockfight.
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