square go
A fair, one-on-one fight
Definitions
A fair fight with no weapons or interference; often a challenge, 'd'ye want a square go?'.
square go In A Sentence
Origin & Usage
Scots, 'square' (fair, even) + 'go' (attempt/fight).
People Also Ask
What does 'square go' mean?
A square go is a fair, one-on-one fight with no weapons and no outside interference.
How is 'square go' used?
It's often issued as a challenge, as in 'D'ye want a square go?'
Where does 'square go' come from?
It combines 'square' in the sense of fair or even with 'go' meaning an attempt or fight.
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