Scharmützel — meaning in English

English meaning

• affair noun A matter, event, or piece of business, especially one being discussed in a general or vague way.
• skirmish noun A short fight between small groups, usually part of a bigger conflict.

Senses

Scharmützel is used for these senses in English:

• affair (military) An action or engagement not of sufficient magnitude to be called a battle.
• skirmish (military) A brief battle between small groups, usually part of a longer or larger battle or war.

affair — full definition

1. noun A matter, event, or piece of business, especially one being discussed in a general or vague way.
2. noun A secret romantic or sexual relationship, especially involving someone who is already in a committed relationship.
3. noun A social event, especially a formal or elaborate one.

skirmish — full definition

1. noun A short fight between small groups, usually part of a bigger conflict.
2. noun A minor dispute or disagreement.
3. verb To fight in a small, brief clash.

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