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Definition quarrel in British English

quarrel noun

[countable] noun
/ˈkwɒrəl/
1

an argument, especially one about something unimportant between people who know each other well

Example

petty quarrels

Example

We had the usual family quarrel about who should take the dog out.

Example

He's had another quarrel with Jamie.

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2

a reason for not being friendly or for not agreeing with someone

Example

We have no quarrel with the people of the United States.

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Definition quarrel in British English