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quibble

/ˈkwɪbəl/

noun

Meaning

  • A pun.

  • An objection or argument based on an ambiguity of wording or similar trivial circumstance; a minor complaint.

    "He harped on his quibble about how the dark red paint should be described as carmine rather than burgundy."

verb

Meaning

  • To complain or argue in a trivial or petty manner.

    "They are constantly quibbling over insignificant details."