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debate

/dɪˈbeɪt/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does debate mean?

noun, verb

A discussion, often formal, on a particular topic, in which people express different opinions and argue for or against them. To engage in such a discussion.

Example

"The politicians debated the new tax laws in a televised forum."

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