(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.