Definition of quarrel
(Entry 1 of 3)
: a square-headed bolt or arrow especially for a crossbow
quarrel
noun (2)Definition of quarrel (Entry 2 of 3)
1 : a ground of dispute or complaint
have no quarrel with a different approach
2 : a usually verbal conflict between antagonists : altercation
quarrel
verbquarreled or quarrelled; quarreling or quarrelling
Definition of quarrel (Entry 3 of 3)
1 : to find fault
many people quarrel with the idea — Johns Hopkins Magazine
2 : to contend or dispute actively
quarreled frequently with his superiors — London Calling
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The first known use of quarrel was in the 13th century
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