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1. contention

noun. ['kənˈtɛnʃən'] a point asserted as part of an argument.

Etymology

  • contention (English)
  • contencion (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • contencion (Old French (842-ca. 1400))

2. contention

noun. ['kənˈtɛnʃən'] a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement.

Etymology

  • contention (English)
  • contencion (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • contencion (Old French (842-ca. 1400))

3. contention

noun. ['kənˈtɛnʃən'] the act of competing as for profit or a prize.

Etymology

  • contention (English)
  • contencion (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • contencion (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
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