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    Encounter

    /ɪnˈkaʊn.tər/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    An unexpected or casual meeting with someone or something.
    His encounter with the old friend at the cafe brought back fond memories.
    A confrontation or clash, often implying conflict.
    The encounter between the two teams was highly anticipated.
    verb
    To come upon or meet with, especially unexpectedly.
    During our hike, we encountered a family of deer in the forest.
    To confront or deal with (a challenge, difficulty, etc.).
    She encountered many obstacles on her path to success.
    To meet with or experience something.
    In her travels, she encountered numerous cultures and traditions.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'encountren', from Old French 'encontrer', from Latin 'in' (in) + 'contra' (against).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    chance encounter:
    An unexpected meeting with someone.
    encounter with the law:
    A meeting with law enforcement or legal authorities.
    military encounter:
    A confrontation or battle between armed forces.

    Related Words

    meet
    To come into the presence or company of someone.
    confront
    To face someone or something in a challenging situation.
    experience
    To encounter or undergo something.

    Slang Meanings

    Run-in
    I had a run-in with an old classmate at the market.
    Face-off
    It was a face-off between two rival groups.