Meaning of the word "split decision" in English

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split decision

US /ˌsplɪt dɪˈsɪʒ.ən/
UK /ˌsplɪt dɪˈsɪʒ.ən/
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Noun

1.

a decision in a contest, especially boxing, in which the judges are divided in their opinions, with one or two judges favoring one contestant and the others favoring the opponent

Example:
The boxing match ended in a controversial split decision.
Despite the close fight, the judges rendered a split decision in favor of the challenger.
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