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μονομαχία — meaning in English

monomachia

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English meaning

duel noun A prearranged fight between two people, historically to settle a matter of honor.

Senses

μονομαχία is used for these senses in English:

duel Arranged, regular combat between two private persons, often over a matter of honor.
duel (by extension) Any battle or struggle between two contending persons, forces, groups, or ideas.

duel — full definition

noun A prearranged fight between two people, historically to settle a matter of honor.
noun Any intense contest or struggle between two competing sides.
verb To fight a duel, or to compete fiercely with someone.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Greek words

διαμάχη