Debates
/ˈdeɪˌbeɪts/
Definitions
- (n.) Formal discussions on legal issues presented by opposing parties during a trial or meeting, aiming to persuade a judge or jury.
The debates highlighted the conflicting interpretations of the contract clauses.
- (v.) Third-person singular present tense of debate.
The council debates new legislation every Tuesday.
Forms
- debate
- debated
- debating
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Commentary
As a noun, 'debates' commonly refers to formal legal discussions; as a verb, it is simply the third-person singular form of 'debate.'
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