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