- To meet unexpectedly; to encounter. - To attack hand to hand. - To meet unexpectedly; to encounter in a hostile
manner; to come in collision; to skirmish. - A meeting of two persons or bodies; a collision;
especially, a meeting in opposition or contest; a combat, action, or
engagement. - A causal combat or action; a sudden contest or fight
without premeditation, as between individuals or small parties.