Argy-bargy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɑɹdʒiˌbɑɹdʒi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Argy-bargy is a noun meaning (chiefly UK) A noisy disagreement, often with some fighting.
Meaning
(chiefly UK) A noisy disagreement, often with some fighting.
More Meanings
- (chiefly UK) To argue.
Example Sentences
There was a wee bit of an argy-bargy over the dodgy matter.
Ten minutes at the least did she stand at the door argy-bargying with that man.
At least if you adopt a zero tolerance approach, when you next see a banner advertising “CD’s, DVD’s, Video’s, and Book’s”, you won’t just stay indoors getting depressed about it. Instead you will engage in some direct-action argy-bargy!
Word Forms
- argy-bargies
- argie bargie
- argie-bargie
- argy-bargying
- argy-bargied
Synonyms for argy-bargy
Depending on context, synonyms include argle-bargle, argol-bargol.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include argie-bargie, argle-bargle, bicker, wrangling, wrangle, brabblement.
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