shindy

noun

shin·​dy ˈshin-dē 

plural shindys or shindies

1

: shindig sense 1

2

: fracas, uproar

Synonyms of shindy

• commotion
• disturbance
• stir
• hurry
• fuss
• clatter

Examples of shindy in a Sentence

the prime minister created a brief shindy with his unexpected appearance

Word History

Etymology

probably alteration of shinny entry 1

First Known Use

1814, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for shindy

• hindi
• indie
• lindy
• sindhi
• windy

Kids Definition

shindy

noun

shin·​dy ˈshin-dē 

plural shindies

: row entry 4