(1):
(v. i.) To meet unexpectedly; to encounter in a hostile manner; to come in collision; to skirmish.
(2):
(n.) A meeting of two persons or bodies; a collision; especially, a meeting in opposition or contest; a combat, action, or engagement.
(3):
(v. t.) To meet unexpectedly; to encounter.
(4):
(v. t.) To attack hand to hand.
(5):
(n.) A causal combat or action; a sudden contest or fight without premeditation, as between individuals or small parties.