Logomachy (noun)
log-ohm-uk-ee
An argument about words.
Alternative: An argument or debate marked by the reckless or incorrect use of words; meaningless battle of words.
Example sentences
“You don’t have to be an etymologist to find yourself caught up in logomachy, but you have to care about words and their meanings.”
“I fear the final word must be left to the thousand late-night logomachies.”
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