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Meaning of quibble

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

quibble

Pronunciation:/ˈkwɪbəl/

noun

Definitions

  1. A pun.

  2. An objection or argument based on an ambiguity of wording or similar trivial circumstance; a minor complaint.

    Example: He harped on his quibble about how the dark red paint should be described as carmine rather than burgundy.

verb

Definitions

  1. To complain or argue in a trivial or petty manner.

    Example: They are constantly quibbling over insignificant details.