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duel

/duːəl/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does duel mean?

noun, verb

A fight between two people, usually with swords or guns, in which the outcome is decided by the first person to be hit or killed. To engage in a fight or competition with someone, especially in a formal or ritualistic way.

Example

"The two men agreed to a duel to settle their dispute."

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