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riot

IPA pronunciation: /ˈraɪət/

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Russian meaning

бунт, беспорядки

English definition

A violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd of people.

Example

The police were called to control the riot in the city center.

Collocations

riot police
riot control
break out in riots

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