v. To meet unexpectedly; to encounter.v. To attack hand to hand.verb-intransitive. 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.