Entry Word: hassle

Function: noun

Meaning: 1 a brief clash between enemies or rivals <the best way to avoid hassles with that bully is to ignore him> — see encounter
2 a physical dispute between opposing individuals or groups <the moment the police arrived, the hassle broke up, and no one was hurt> — see fight 1
3 an often noisy or angry expression of differing opinions <had a huge hassle with an airline representative before she got her ticket refunded> — see argument 1
4 something that is a source of irritation <itʼs a hassle to find a parking space downtown> — see annoyance 3