duel

(noun, verb)

noun

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

Definition categories: act, combat, fight, fighting, scrap

2. any struggle between two skillful opponents (individuals or groups)

Definition categories: act, battle, struggle

verb

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

- In the 19th century, men often dueled over small matters

Definition categories: competition, contend, fight, struggle