A dust up is a term used to describe a heated argument or altercation. It can be broken down into nine words: BRAWL (5 letters), ROW (3 letters), SCRAP (5 letters), FRACAS (6 letters), SPAT (4 letters), FLAP (4 letters), ADO (3 letters), SCUFFLE (7 letters), and TIFF (4 letters). A BRAWL is a physical fight between two or more people, while a ROW is a noisy quarrel. A SCRAP is a brief fight or altercation, and a FRACAS is a noisy disturbance. A SPAT is a brief argument, and a FLAP is a commotion or fuss. ADO is a fuss or trouble, and a SCUFFLE is a rough disorderly fight. Lastly, a TIFF is a petty quarrel, and a STIR is a commotion or disturbance.