Definition of Pettifoggery

1. Noun. A quarrel about petty points.

Exact synonyms: Bicker, Bickering, Fuss, Spat, Squabble, Tiff
Generic synonyms: Dustup, Quarrel, Row, Run-in, Words, Wrangle
Derivative terms: Bicker, Fussy, Pettifog, Spat, Squabble

Definition of Pettifoggery

1. n. The practice or arts of a pettifogger; disreputable tricks; quibbles.

Definition of Pettifoggery

1. Noun. The actions of a pettifogger; a trivial quarrel. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Pettifoggery

1. [n -RIES]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Pettifoggery

pettichaps
petticoat
petticoated
petticoating
petticoatless
petticoats
pettier
petties
pettiest
pettifog
pettifoged
pettifogged
pettifogger
pettifoggeries
pettifoggers
pettifoggery (current term)
pettifogging
pettifoggings
pettifoging
pettifogs
pettifogulize
pettily
pettiness
pettinesses
petting zoo
pettings
pettish
pettishly
pettishness

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