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    Quarrel

    /ˈkwɒr.əl/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    an angry argument or disagreement.
    The quarrel between the two friends lasted for hours.
    a cause of dispute or argument.
    The quarrel over money led to a rift in the family.
    verb
    to have an angry argument or disagreement.
    They often quarrel over trivial matters.
    to disagree or dispute something.
    He did not want to quarrel with his boss about the decision.

    Etymology

    Middle English: from Old French 'carrere', from Latin 'quadrāri', meaning 'to square up'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a quarrel
    To engage in an argument or dispute.
    quarrel with someone
    To have an argument with someone.
    make up after a quarrel
    To reconcile after an argument.

    Related Words

    disagreement
    A failure to agree or reach a common understanding.
    argument
    A reason or set of reasons given in support of an idea or action.
    conflict
    A serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one.

    Slang Meanings

    Throw down
    They decided to throw down over a small issue.
    Beef
    They’ve got beef after that last quarrel.