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- DictionaryShin·dy/ˈSHindē/
noun
- 1. a noisy disturbance or quarrel: informal "there were plenty of gulls kicking up a shindy"
“Shindy” is the proper word to use when describing a noisy or rowdy event, often characterized by a sense of disorder or commotion. On the other hand, “shindig” typically refers to a more organized and lively gathering, often accompanied by music, dancing, and merriment.
noun. Definition of shindy. as in commotion. a state of noisy, confused activity the prime minister created a brief shindy with his unexpected appearance. Synonyms & Similar Words. Relevance. commotion. disturbance. stir. hurry. fuss. clatter. turmoil. noise. fun. storm. racket. to-do. pother. rumpus. hurricane. ruckus. squall. row. corroboree.
shindy. a noisy argument. Definition of shindy noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
(US, dialect, dated) A fancy or liking. Wiktionary. Synonyms: shindig. spree. row. uproar. riot. revel. party. merrymaking. liking. fancy. disturbance. dance. commotion.
Pronunciation. Frequency. Factsheet. What does the noun shindy mean? There are four meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun shindy. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. Entry status. OED is undergoing a continuous programme of revision to modernize and improve definitions.
How to use . shindy in a sentenceThey've put up several very nasty little shindies at one place or another.
On the one hand, it is incredible that thousands of persons were out of their beds at ten minutes to nine A.M.; on the other, if they had sat up all night in the hope of a fight with the police they would most certainly have anticipated that diversion by a preliminary "shindy" among themselves, and have broken up in disorder.
