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Debate

/dəˈbeɪt/

A formal discussion on a specific topic where opposing arguments are presented.

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Martin debated humorously for a moment.

Then the debate collapsed like eggshells.

That began a long family debate.

Originating from the Old French debatre, meaning to fight or contend with words, from Latin dis- expressing reversal + battuere to fight.

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