n.
Function: noun
1
Synonyms: IMPACT 1, bump, collision, concussion, crash, jar, jolt, shock, smash, wallop
2 a sharp and usually brief conflict especially between military units FF1C; recurrent border clashes FF1E;
Synonyms: affray, brush, fray, melee, mellay, scrimmage, skirmish
Related Words: brawl, broil, fracas, riot, row, rumpus, scrap, set-to; action, battle, conflict, engagement; embroilment, encounter
Idioms: clash of arms, passage at ( or of) arms