vi.

1. 爭論；爭執[（+about/on/over/with/against）]
   The two countries disputed for years over a small strip of land on their border.

   這兩個國家為了邊界上一塊土地已經爭執多年。

   It is ridiculous to dispute about such things.

   爭論這類事情真是可笑。

vt.

1. 爭論；爭執[+wh-]
   The couple disputed where to spend the holiday.

   夫妻倆為上哪兒度假而發生爭論。

2. 對……提出質疑
   They disputed the election results.

   他們對選舉結果提出異議。

3. 阻止，抵抗
4. 爭奪（土地，勝利等）
   The two teams were disputing the cup.

   兩隊正在爭奪獎杯。

n.

1. 爭論；爭執；爭端[C][U][（+about/over/with）]
   The dispute was settled last week.

   爭端在上週解決了。

v.

1. argue about (something).
   ▸question the truth or validity of (a statement or alleged fact).
2. compete for.
3. archaic resist (a military landing or advance).

n.