quarrel with

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see quarrel, with, to argue with (someone).

Where it’s used: Used American English
Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

To dispute (an issue or fact).

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “quarrel with” mean?

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see quarrel, with, to argue with (someone).

Is “quarrel with” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.