quibbling
|quib/bling|
B2
/ˈkwɪb.lɪŋ/
(quibble)
arguing over trivialities
Etymology
Etymology Information
'quibble' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'quibus', where 'quibus' was used in legal jargon to mean 'by what means'.
Historical Evolution
'quibus' transformed into the English word 'quibble', and eventually became the modern English word 'quibble'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to evade the point at issue', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to argue over trivial matters'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'quibble'.
She was quibbling over the details of the contract.
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Adjective 1
engaging in or characterized by quibbling.
His quibbling nature made negotiations difficult.
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