bun fight
(idiomatic) A debate or disagreement, usually with several parties involved, often political in nature.
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#1·Apr 26, 2026
(idiomatic) A debate or disagreement, usually with several parties involved, often political in nature.
"Our interest in the thing is all lackadaisical, a kind of bun-fight of pet notions. There's no real steam."
Origin: From , alluding to people fighting at mealtime. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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#2·Apr 26, 2026
(chiefly, UK, slang) A formal tea party or other social gathering, especially one at which food is served.
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