Meaning of the word squabble in English

What does squabble mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

squabble

US /ˈskwɑː.bəl/

UK /ˈskwɒb.əl/

a noisy quarrel about something trivial

Example:

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The children had a little squabble over the toy.

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Their constant squabbles are annoying.

Synonym:

quarrel argument dispute tiff bickering

quarrel noisily over a trivial matter

Example:

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They always squabble about who gets to use the computer.

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Don't squabble over such small things.

Synonym:

quarrel argue dispute bicker wrangle