Skirmish Definition

skirmish
noun
  1. a minor short-term fight
verb
  1. engage in a skirmish

"Skirmish" in song lyrics

See how skirmish is used in real songs:

  • "I turn faces red like we'll playin skirmish"
    Hyjak f/ BLiss n Esso, Kye, Torcha — Test
  • "tara skirmish"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "skirmish"

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