Simple Definition of ruckus
: a noisy argument, fight, etc.
Examples of ruckus in a sentence
<the ruckus left one person with a sprained wrist>
<quit creating such a ruckus—I'm trying to sleep!>
Origin of ruckus
probably blend of ruction and rumpus
First Known Use: circa 1890
Rhymes with ruckus
RUCKUS Defined for Kids
Definition of ruckus for Students
: a noisy disturbance or quarrel
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