ˈdjuːəl ˈd(j)uəl ˈdjuːəl ˈd(j)uəl

any struggle between two skillful opponents (individuals or groups) fight a duel, as over one's honor or a woman In the 19th century, men often dueled over small matters a prearranged fight with deadly weapons by two people (accompanied by seconds) in order to settle a quarrel over a point of honor