Dictionary

Explore meaning, context, and usage with an online dictionary experience optimized for multilingual workflows.

Clear

Try these words

Meaning of bone of contention

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

bone of contention

Pronunciation:/ˈbəʊn əv kənˈtɛnʃən//ˈboʊn əv kənˈtɛnʃən/

noun

Definitions

  1. Something that continues to be disputed; something on which no agreement can be reached

    Example: It is still a bone of contention whether to go ahead with the original plan in light of the new evidence.