débattre — meaning in English

English meaning

• argue verb To exchange differing opinions, often heatedly.
• debate verb To argue a topic formally, usually presenting opposing sides.
• discuss verb To talk over a topic with someone, weighing different views.
• flail noun An old farming tool with a short swinging stick attached to a handle, used to beat grain loose from its husks.

Senses

débattre is used for these senses in English:

• argue (intransitive) To debate, disagree, or discuss opposing or differing viewpoints; to controvert; to wrangle.
• debate (ambitransitive, reciprocal) To participate in a debate; to dispute, argue, especially in a public arena. [from 14th c.]
• flail (transitive) To wave or swing vigorously

argue — full definition

1. verb To exchange differing opinions, often heatedly.
2. verb To give reasons in support of a position.

debate — full definition

1. verb To argue a topic formally, usually presenting opposing sides.
2. verb To think something over carefully before deciding.
3. noun A formal discussion of opposing views, often ending in a vote or decision.

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