noun

dueling

Dueling (noun) means the practice or act of fighting a duel. Example: “Dueling was outlawed in most of Europe by the late 19th century.”

noun

The practice or act of fighting a duel.

"Dueling was outlawed in most of Europe by the late 19th century."

How to use dueling

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTaking part in duels, or (loosely) going head-to-head with someone.

Common pairings

dueling pistols dueling banjos a dueling scar

duelings plural

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_____ was outlawed in most of Europe by the late 19th century.

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What does “dueling” mean?

The word “dueling” means the practice or act of fighting a duel. In plain terms, taking part in duels, or (loosely) going head-to-head with someone.

How do you use “dueling” in a sentence?

Here is “dueling” used in a sentence: “Dueling was outlawed in most of Europe by the late 19th century.”

What part of speech is “dueling”?

“Dueling” is a noun.

What is the meaning of dueling?

"dueling" (noun) means the practice or act of fighting a duel.