Skirmish ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Skirmish ( noun )

1. A minor battle or fight, especially one between small groups of soldiers.
2. A minor argument or disagreement, especially between people who are friends or colleagues.

Origin:

From middle french escarmouche, from italian scaramuccia, from scaramuccare "to skirmish".

Examples:

1. The skirmish between the two armies lasted for only a few hours before the enemy retreated.
2. The soccer game was temporarily halted by a skirmish between the players over a foul.
3. The couple had a skirmish over who should do the dishes, but they made up shortly after.
4. The soldiers were trained to handle small skirmishes and to retreat if necessary.
5. The political skirmish between the two leaders was resolved after they held a meeting.

(As a verb)

Skirmish ( verb )

1. A minor battle or fight, especially one between small groups of soldiers.
2. A minor argument or disagreement, especially between people who are friends or colleagues.

Origin:

From middle french escarmouche, from italian scaramuccia, from scaramuccare "to skirmish".

Examples:

1. The skirmish between the two armies lasted for only a few hours before the enemy retreated.
2. The soccer game was temporarily halted by a skirmish between the players over a foul.
3. The couple had a skirmish over who should do the dishes, but they made up shortly after.
4. The soldiers were trained to handle small skirmishes and to retreat if necessary.
5. The political skirmish between the two leaders was resolved after they held a meeting.