skirmish
Translation
skirmish, scuffle, clash
Examples
There was a brief skirmish between the two groups.
There was a brief skirmish between the two groups.
They were involved in a political skirmish.
They were involved in a political skirmish.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) skirmish ((between sb.)) a short fight between groups A skirmish broke out between rival fans.
Similar Words
Synonyms: clash, scuffle, fight; Antonyms: peace, truce
Etymology
From Old French 'escarmouche', meaning a small fight.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'small, hurried fight'. The sound of 'skir' is quick and sharp, like a brief conflict.