1. Plural of dogfighter; fighter aircraft or pilots engaged in close-range aerial combat.
Usage: military; aviation
2. Plural of dogfighter; dogs bred or trained for dogfighting (illegal animal fighting).
Usage: informal; refers to illegal activity

Examples

• The dogfighters executed a series of tight maneuvers during the aerial combat exercise.
• Modern dogfighters rely on advanced radar and missile systems rather than traditional dogfighting tactics.
• The squadron trained its dogfighters to handle high-G turns and evasive flying.
• Experienced dogfighters from different air forces participated in the international competition.
• The pilot's skills as one of the best dogfighters in the air force earned him recognition.