blue

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Meaning · English

To fight, brawl, or argue.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used Australian English

Examples

It was years since Ken had flogged her up, but blueing with him still made her ache.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “blue” mean?

To fight, brawl, or argue.

Is “blue” formal or informal?

blue is generally slang.