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debate

verb/dɨ.bɐ.ˈteɾ/medium

de·ba·ter

Definition

To discuss a subject in a formal and argumentative manner, usually between opposing sides.
The candidates will debate economic policies on television.
We like to debate philosophical ideas.
Common collocations
debate a topicdebate publiclydebate ideasdebate politics

Etymology

Do latim 'debattuere' (bater, discutir).

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