Clash

/klæʃ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a conflict or a violent confrontation.

There was a clash between the protesters and the police.

a loud noise resulting from the contact of two objects.

The clash of swords echoed through the courtyard.

a disagreement or strong difference of opinion.

The clash of ideas during the debate led to a lively discussion.

verb

to come into conflict or violent confrontation.

The two rival gangs clashed in the street last night.

to strike together with a loud noise.

The cymbals clashed dramatically to end the performance.

Middle English clachen, from Old French classer, based on Latin claudere 'to shut, close'.

clash of cultures

A conflict arising from different cultural perspectives.

clash course

An intense, short-term training program.

clash with someone

To have a disagreement or conflict with someone.

conflict

A serious disagreement or argument, often prolonged.

disagreement

A difference of opinion.

collision

An instance of one moving object or person striking violently against another.

To hang out or engage in fun activities.

Let's clash at the park later.

To mix different styles or elements together.

Their outfits totally clash!