debate
Cross references:
1. discuss
1. de.bate \di-'ba-t\ n : a contention by words or arguments : as : the
formal discussion of a motion before a deliberative body according to the
rules of parliamentary procedure : a regulated discussion of a proposition
between two matched sides
2. debate \-m*nt\ vb [ME debaten, fr. MF debatre, fr. OF, fr. de- + batre
to] beat, fr. L battuere obs 1: FIGHT, CONTEND 2a: to contend in words
2b: to discuss a question by considering opposed arguments 3: to
participate in a debate 1a: to argue about 1b: to engage (an opponent) in
debate 2: to turn over in one's mind - de.bate.ment n