quibble
/ˈkwɪbəl/
noun
- 1
A pun.
- 2
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
- 1
To complain or argue in a trivial or petty manner.
“They are constantly quibbling over insignificant details.”
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