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Skirmish Definition & Meaning

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

"Skirmish" in song lyrics

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  • "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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Frequently asked questions

What does skirmish mean?
a minor short-term fight engage in a skirmish
What part of speech is skirmish?
Skirmish is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does skirmish have?
Skirmish has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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