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duel
[ doo-uhl, dyoo- ]
noun
- a prearranged combat between two persons, fought with deadly weapons according to an accepted code of procedure, especially to settle a private quarrel.
- any contest between two persons or parties.
verb (used with or without object)
- to fight in a duel.
duel
/ ˈːə /
noun
- a prearranged combat with deadly weapons between two people following a formal procedure in the presence of seconds and traditionally fought until one party was wounded or killed, usually to settle a quarrel involving a point of honour
- a contest or conflict between two persons or parties
verb
- to fight in a duel
- to contest closely
Derived Forms
- ˈܱ, noun
Other Word Forms
- e·t especially British, e·t adjective
- dzܳdı verb (used with object) outdueled outdueling or (especially British) outduelled outduelling
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of duel1
Example Sentences
Billed as a matchup between the National League’s best arms, Friday night’s pitchers duel lived up to expectations.
They were scheduled to fight in October 2022 – almost 30 years after their fathers' iconic duels - but the bout was called off on two days' notice because of Benn's failed drug test.
After collaborating on an early workshop of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” the two joined forces to bring to life wand duels, transfiguration potions and the Mind Flayer.
On the backside of his career at age 36, deGrom was almost as good in what turned into a vintage pitcher’s duel.
Doue's strengths lie in his ability to defend in one-against-one duels with intensity and move the ball upfield with his passes and carries.
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