duels

noun

any struggle between two skillful opponents (individuals or groups)

a prearranged fight with deadly weapons by two people (accompanied by seconds) in order to settle a quarrel over a point of honor

verb

fight a duel, as over one's honor or a woman

Roots

duodu- · Latin · two

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