A Bone of Contention.
It means a subject of dispute.
rivalry, contest, struggle, dispute
An altercation is a contention in words, a dispute in considerable heat or anger.
Arguments, misunderstanding, contention, quarrel, fracas, discord...
dispute, difference, quarrel, debate, argument, discussion, contention, fuss, scene
The "bone of contention" is what a fight is all about, as if it were an actual bone that two dogs vie for. Often used for the dispute that ignites a deeper disagreement.
Argument is the correct spelling (disagreement, dispute, legal contention).
A matter of contention is basically an issue to be discussed.A contentious argument is one that is very heated and controversial, so a matter of contention is just some sort of unresolved argument.
The opposite of settlement is "dispute" or "conflict." While a settlement refers to an agreement or resolution reached between parties, a dispute indicates ongoing disagreement or contention. In legal terms, a settlement resolves a case, whereas a dispute may lead to litigation or further negotiations.
Contention; dispute; debate; discussion; agitation of contrary opinions., Quarrel; strife; cause of variance; difference., A suit in law or equity; a question of right.
disagreed about, in controversy, under discussion
To make efforts; to use exertions; to endeavor with earnestness; to labor hard., To struggle in opposition; to be in contention or dispute; to contend; to contest; -- followed by against or with before the person or thing opposed; as, strive against temptation; strive for the truth., To vie; to compete; to be a rival., An effort; a striving., Strife; contention.