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Meaning of clash

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

clash

Pronunciation:/klaʃ//klæʃ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A loud sound, like the crashing together of metal objects.

    Example: I heard a clash from the kitchen, and rushed in to find the cat had knocked over some pots and pans.

  2. A skirmish, a hostile encounter.

  3. A match; a game between two sides.

  4. An angry argument

verb

Definitions

  1. To make a clashing sound.

    Example: The cymbals clashed.

  2. To cause to make a clashing sound.

  3. To come into violent conflict.

    Example: Fans from opposing teams clashed on the streets after the game.

  4. To argue angrily.