duel

/dˈuʌl/

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Definitions

Noun
a prearranged fight with deadly weapons by two people (accompanied by seconds) in order to settle a quarrel over a point of honor
Noun
any struggle between two skillful opponents (individuals or groups)
Verb
fight a duel, as over one''s honor or a woman; "In the 19th century, men often dueled over small matters"