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clash

|clash|

B2

/klæʃ/

conflict or disagreement

Etymology
Etymology Information

'clash' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'clashen,' which was an imitative word for a loud noise.

Historical Evolution

'clashen' transformed into the modern English word 'clash' through phonetic evolution.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a loud noise,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'conflict or confrontation.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a violent confrontation or conflict.

The clash between the two groups lasted for hours.

Synonyms

conflictbattlefight

Antonyms

agreementharmony

Verb 1

to come into conflict or engage in a fight.

The two teams clashed on the field.

Synonyms

conflictfightbattle

Antonyms

agreeharmonize

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Idioms

clash of the titans

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39