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 /ˈduː.əl/

fight a duel or duels.

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dueling had been forbidden for serving officers

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fight clash battle combat contend go out

a contest with deadly weapons arranged between two people in order to settle a point of honor.

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twice he had seriously wounded men in duels

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