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Meaning of the word feud in English

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feud

US /fjuːd/
UK /fjuːd/
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Noun

1.

a prolonged and bitter quarrel or dispute

Example:
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The two families had a long-standing feud over land.
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The pop stars' public feud dominated the tabloids.
Synonym:
quarreldisputeconflictrivalryvendetta

Verb

1.

to be engaged in a prolonged and bitter quarrel or dispute

Example:
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The neighbors have been feuding for years over the property line.
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They continued to feud despite attempts at reconciliation.
Synonym:
quarreldisputebickersquabblewrangle
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