Meaning Of The Word Contention

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Contention Meaning

Contention Definition
Contention Definition

What's The Definition Of Contention?

contention
If something is a cause of contention, it is a cause of disagreement or argument.
Someone's contention is the idea or opinion that they are expressing in an argument or discussion.

contention in American English
the act of contending; strife, struggle, controversy, dispute, quarrel, etc.
noun: a struggling together in opposition; strife

contention in British English
noun: a struggling between opponents; competition

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