American terms

[Gower]

What is the meaning of slugfest

[shaneystar]

i think it means a fight (.A match or a struggle characterised by heavy blows).
According to Chambers dictionary.

[Clanad]

While technically correct, shaneystar's description omits the usual usage of the term.  In boxing matches, a certain skill and style are expected.  When the match deteriorates into toe to toe battering of ones opponent, it is said to be a 'slugfest'... small but important pedantry...