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Duel (Noun)

Meaning 1

A prearranged fight with deadly weapons by two people (accompanied by seconds) in order to settle a quarrel over a point of honor.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • The duel took place at dawn, with both opponents standing ten paces apart, pistols drawn, as the crowd watched anxiously from a safe distance.
  • Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr faced off in a duel in Weehawken, New Jersey, resulting in Hamilton's tragic death.
  • He agreed to duel the rival swordsman in a one-on-one battle, his second handing him the weapon and giving words of encouragement.
  • Rogers called for a duel to defend his honor against his long-time enemy, though neither opponent showed up the following morning.
  • Captain Wickham reluctantly accepted the challenge and stepped into the moonlit courtyard, preparing to face his adversary in a duel of wits and strength.

Synonyms

  • Affaire D'honneur

Hypernyms

  • Combat
  • Fighting
  • Scrap

Related Words

  • Duellist (noun)
  • Duel (verb)
  • Duelist (noun)

Meaning 2

Any struggle between two skillful opponents (individuals or groups).

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Hypernyms

  • Battle

Related Words

  • Duellist (noun)
  • Duelist (noun)
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