Meaning of the word duel in English
What does duel mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
duel
US /ˈduː.əl/
UK /ˈdʒuː.əl/
Noun
1.
a prearranged combat between two people, fought with deadly weapons according to an agreed-upon code of honor
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The two knights agreed to a duel at dawn.
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Historically, duels were fought to defend one's honor.
2.
a contest between two people or parties
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The chess match was a fierce intellectual duel.
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The debate turned into a verbal duel between the two politicians.
Verb
to fight a duel
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They decided to duel at dawn to settle their dispute.
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The two rivals often dueled with words in public.