Dispute ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Dispute ( noun )

1. A disagreement or argument between two or more parties.
2. A disagreement over the interpretation of a law or contract.
3. A legal action to contest or settle a matter in dispute.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense 'question, doubt'): from old french disputer, from latin disputare 'to discuss, debate', from dis- 'apart' + putare 'to think'.

Examples:

1. The two countries have a long-standing territorial dispute.
2. The dispute over the property lasted for years.
3. The dispute was resolved through arbitration.
4. The company had a dispute with its workers over wages.
5. The dispute between the neighbors was over the fence.

(As a verb)

Dispute ( verb )

1. A disagreement or argument between two or more parties.
2. A disagreement over the interpretation of a law or contract.
3. A legal action to contest or settle a matter in dispute.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense 'question, doubt'): from old french disputer, from latin disputare 'to discuss, debate', from dis- 'apart' + putare 'to think'.

Examples:

1. The two countries have a long-standing territorial dispute.
2. The dispute over the property lasted for years.
3. The dispute was resolved through arbitration.
4. The company had a dispute with its workers over wages.
5. The dispute between the neighbors was over the fence.