debate
/dʌbˈeɪt/
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Definitions
Noun
a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal; "the argument over foreign aid goes on and on"
Noun
the formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote)
Verb
argue with one another; "We debated the question of abortion"; "John debated Mary"
Verb
think about carefully; weigh; "They considered the possibility of a strike"; "Turn the proposal over in your mind"
Verb
discuss the pros and cons of an issue
Verb
have an argument about something
Synonyms
argue
argument
argumentation
consider
contend
deliberate
disputation
fence
moot
public debate
turn over