Brabbling

/ˈbræblɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The act of engaging in noisy, persistent, and trivial arguments or disputes.

Etymology

Present participle of brabble, formed by adding -ing to the verb stem. Maintains the sense of ongoing, habitual quarrelsome behavior from its Dutch origins.

Kelly Says

Shakespeare used 'brabbling' to describe pointless feuding—it perfectly captures the energy of Tybalt and Mercutio's fatal sword fight that started over honor rather than genuine grievance.

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