clashv. i.[Of imitative origin; cf. G. klatschen, Prov. G. kleschen, D. kletsen, Dan. klaske, E. clack.]1. To make a noise by striking against something; to dash noisily together.()2. To meet in opposition; to act in a contrary direction; to come onto collision; to interfere.()However some of his interests might clash with those of the chief adjacent colony. (Palfrey.)v. t. To strike noisily against or together.()n.1. A loud noise resulting from collision; a noisy collision of bodies; a collision.()The roll of cannon and clash of arms. (Tennyson.)2. Opposition; contradiction; as between differing or contending interests, views, purposes, etc.()Clashes between popes and kings. (Denham.)