squabble
Americanverb (used without object)
verb (used with object)
noun
verb
noun
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of squabble
1595–1605; probably < Scandinavian; compare Swedish dialect skvabbel a quarrel, gossip, Norwegian dialect skvabba to prattle
Explanation
A squabble is a fight but not necessarily a serious one. When we squabble, we have a little argument, probably about something not too important. Do you notice how squabble sounds kind of funny? That's a clue that a squabble is not the most serious kind of argument or fight. A loud, screaming fight would never be called a squabble. A small, silly discussion about something small or trivial is more of a squabble. Friends and family members squabble all the time.
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Example Sentences
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The set, which is available to watch on YouTube, also included Squabble Up, Man At The Garden and another Drake diss track, Euphoria.
From BBC • Feb. 9, 2025
The school filled with at least six feet of water Wednesday night as nearby Squabble Creek swelled above its banks, he said.
From Washington Post • Jul. 29, 2022
For instance, you’re liable to see a dance called the Squabble.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2022
Squabble is another word for fight, and it’s made into a dance: The Squabble.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2022
"Miss Multon" Put in Rehearsal—Our Squabble over the Manner of her Death—Great Success of the Play—Mr. Palmer's Pride in it—My Au Revoir.
From Life on the Stage by Morris, Clara
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