debate


Definition: Meaning of, debate in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / dɪˈbeɪt /

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debate debates
  1. [uncountable and countable] discussion of a particular subject that often continues for a long time and in which people express different opinions
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  2. [uncountable and countable] a formal discussion of a particular problem, subject etc in which people express different opinions, and sometimes vote on them
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  3. be open to debate also be a matter for debate if an idea is open to debate, no one has proved yet whether it is true or false [=  debatable]
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debate debated debated
Present Participle Third Person Singular
debating debates
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  1. to discuss a subject formally when you are trying to make a decision or find a solution
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  2. to consider something carefully before making a decision
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debate used in phrases

  • public debate (noun)
    1. usually followed by a vote the formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it
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