clashes

We have found lemma(root) word of clashes : clash.

Definitions


[klaʃ], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a violent confrontation
(e.g: there have been minor clashes with security forces)

- a mismatch of colours
(e.g: a clash of tweeds and a striped shirt)

- a loud jarring sound, as of metal objects being struck together
(e.g: a clash of cymbals)


Phrases:

Origin:
early 16th century: imitative


[klaʃ], (Verb)

Definitions:
- meet and come into violent conflict
(e.g: soccer hooligans clashed with rival fans before the match)

- (of colours) appear discordant or ugly when placed close to each other
(e.g: the yellow shirt clashed with her purple skirt)

- strike (cymbals) together, producing a loud discordant sound


Phrases:

Origin:
early 16th century: imitative




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